Individuals with nine specific severe medical conditions may qualify for a council tax discount of 25% to 100%, potentially reducing their bill to zero, amid rising rates from April 2026. Eligibility requires a doctor's diagnosis and receipt of certain be
Birmingham Selly Oak MP Al Carns addresses rumors about becoming the next Prime Minister, emphasizing stability and focusing on current geopolitical challenges.
The ceremonial King's Speech, setting out the government's legislative agenda, has been confirmed for May 13, 2026, following local elections and amid debates on key bills.
Prince Edward is said to be the first royal to visit Andrew since his eviction from Royal Lodge in February, as other family members including his daughters and ex-wife have reportedly stayed away.
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A new urban park in Liverpool's Pall Mall office scheme, costing £60m, requires public-sector support via £2.47m in developer funds to overcome market challenges and ensure completion by 2028.
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the return of the Winter Fuel Payment for the upcoming winter season, with automatic payments for eligible recipients and specific claim deadlines.
Royal Mail has issued a warning for 30 UK postcodes experiencing delivery delays, with 10 located in the West Midlands region, citing local office issues and staffing challenges.
A two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, with global markets reacting positively and international leaders pledging support.
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms a £575 yearly increase for new state pension recipients under 75, driven by the Triple Lock mechanism, with no means testing required.
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On this day in 2013, Margaret Thatcher, the UK's first woman prime minister and a three-term leader, passed away at age 87, marking a pivotal moment in political history.
MP Mike Tapp highlights Labour's recent policy changes, including scrapping the two-child benefit limit and enhancing workers' rights, drawing parallels to the historic minimum wage introduction 27 years ago.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer departs for the Gulf region to meet with partners and discuss diplomatic efforts to support the newly announced ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Navendu Mishra MP details handling 3,500 enquiries in early 2024, with successes in housing, debt collection, and worker rights, urging residents to contact his office for support.
A DWP rule change increasing state pension age will force millions of workers to pay extra National Insurance contributions, costing some over £4,000.
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The Government has announced significant increases to Universal Credit payments, with joint claimants aged 25+ receiving nearly £40 more monthly, totaling £468 yearly. Single claimants get £25 extra, and the two-child benefit cap removal aids larger famil
The Department for Work and Pensions is under pressure to allow early state pension access, with Labour minister Torsten Bell acknowledging inequality challenges.
Investment expert Antonia Medlicott warns that rising inflation and geopolitical tensions could make the state pension Triple Lock unsustainable, affecting millions.
Solihull Council has approved the write-off of £560,869 in historic debt, including council tax, business rates, and housing benefit, due to unrecoverable amounts.
A former Dudley councillor who served on children's committees has pleaded guilty to grooming offences against two young girls, aged 12 and 13, and is awaiting sentencing.
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Birmingham Labour leader John Cotton discusses key election issues including the ongoing bins strike, 20mph speed limits, heritage preservation and unemployment crisis ahead of May's all-out council elections.
An analysis of how Donald Trump's unfiltered rhetoric highlights public frustration with evasive political speech, contrasting with traditional diplomatic language.
Amnesty International's leader Agnes Callamard warns Donald Trump's social media message threatening Iran could constitute genocide incitement, sparking international concern.
Pope Leo has denounced Donald Trump's recent threats to Iran's population as 'unacceptable,' urging global citizens to contact political representatives to end the conflict.
Former President Donald Trump issues a stark warning on social media, threatening Iran with a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as the White House and Iranian officials respond.
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Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director, urges immediate removal of Donald Trump from office after president threatened to wipe out Iran's civilization.
Former White House official Anthony Scaramucci demands Donald Trump's immediate removal from office after the President threatened to annihilate Iran's civilization in a Truth Social post, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has firmly denied allegations that his party has been 'begging' locals to stand as candidates in the upcoming Birmingham local elections, promising a full slate across the West Midlands.
A look back at four West Midlands MPs remembered for all the wrong reasons, including scandal, racism, and extreme drunkenness that shaped political history.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage made an unexpected appearance at Bedworth's weekly market, engaging with shoppers, traders, and schoolchildren during a walkabout following a press conference.
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The Department for Work and Pensions has dismissed urgent parliamentary demands for more ambitious fraud reduction goals, defending its current 2.8% target as a remarkable achievement.
