Payments for four DWP benefits under the Household Support Fund will cease on March 31, 2026. The government has allocated funding to local authorities for crisis support, with new scheme details pending.
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed accelerated changes to state pension qualifying ages, with increases starting in April for those born from 1960 onward.
The DWP is adjusting payment schedules for state pensioners and benefit claimants this week due to the Easter bank holidays, with some receiving money on Thursday, April 2.
The Department for Work and Pensions is sending letters to three million state pensioners born in 1960 and 1961, urging them to check eligibility online as pension age changes loom.
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The BBC TV licence fee will rise by £5.50 for colour and £2 for black and white sets from April 1st, as the government cites inflation and financial stability for the broadcaster, while opposition parties criticize the hike amid cost-of-living pressures.
Millions of households will see energy bills fall by £117 per year from April, as the Government shifts green charges away from bills to ease cost of living pressures.
An independent remuneration panel has recommended increasing the basic allowance for Solihull councillors by £472 to £13,285, citing concerns about recruitment and financial impact on members.
The Department for Work and Pensions is streamlining Attendance Allowance processing, aiming to clear 90% of new claims within 30 days. Pensioners will see payments rise from April, with some receiving an extra £218.40 per year.
Government data reveals average council tax rates for 2026/27 across England, showing Birmingham's Band D charge at £2,362.90. Compare with metropolitan boroughs, unitary authorities, and more in this comprehensive analysis.
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The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing a phased increase in the state pension age from 66 to 67, affecting individuals born after April 1960 starting next week, with further rises potentially on the horizon.
Solihull Council has approved retrospective planning permission for an outdoor exercise area at Old Edwardians Sports Club in Shirley, despite initial objections from neighbours over noise and parking concerns.
The Department for Work and Pensions is increasing payments for 18 benefits, including Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment, effective from April 6, with millions set to see hikes.
IM Properties has appealed to the Planning Inspectorate to force a decision on its £363 million Thrive employment park proposal near Sutton Coldfield, which has been pending with two councils for ten months.
Local campaigners and Liberal Democrats urge Dudley Council to reconsider spending £38,000 from Aldi on outdoor gym equipment at Wollaston Recreational Ground, arguing for community consultation and alternative uses like road safety or guide hut improveme
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A 24-hour car park in Wolverhampton city centre has been approved to remain open for another year, despite previous council rejection and ongoing regeneration plans for the area.
The owner of the Gracechurch Centre in Sutton Coldfield has confirmed a major reduction in redevelopment plans, with 700 apartments now scrapped and a smaller vision for the southern section.
President Trump's aggressive statements on Iran cause oil price swings, while Shropshire faces criticism over flags and local debates on political discourse.
York councillors unanimously voted to revoke Sarah Ferguson's Freedom of the City title due to her association with Jeffrey Epstein, following a public campaign.
With all 101 council seats contested on May 7, Birmingham faces a pivotal election amid financial crisis, bins strike, and heated debates over leadership and services.
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Conservative leader Robert Alden sets out party's plans for Birmingham ahead of May local elections where all 101 council seats are being contested.
With all 101 council seats contested in May's elections, Conservative leader Robert Alden details plans to resolve the bins strike, fix roads, and reshape development policies in Birmingham.
A planning application has been submitted to transform the Longfield Centre in Prestwich into a new town centre, featuring 258 homes, a community hub, and green spaces, following extensive public consultation.
Rossendale Borough Council has registered several planning applications up to March 27, including extensions, condition discharges, and development approvals across the borough.
Birmingham City Council has entered its pre-election 'purdah' period, halting new policy announcements as early-stage plans to revitalize The Crown pub, birthplace of Black Sabbath, remain under wraps with limited details available to the public.
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Political leaders across Walsall honor former Labour MP David Winnick, who served Walsall North for 38 years until 2017, praising his dedication and principled stance on issues.
Conservative leader Robert Alden warns that Reform UK poses a 'real risk' in Birmingham's May council elections, fearing a 'coalition of chaos' could take control of the city.
The State Pension will rise by 4.8% from April 2026 under the triple lock, giving some older pensioners an extra £439 annually, but not everyone qualifies for the full increase.
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The Conservative leader at Birmingham Council warns voters that Reform UK poses a 'real risk' in the upcoming election, with all 101 seats contested on May 7. He argues Reform lacks experience and could lead to a 'coalition of chaos'.
Explosive claims emerge that Birmingham City Council planning officers resigned amid allegations of improper pressure and bullying over the handling of the Druids Heath regeneration scheme, with a financial viability report revealing a multi-million pound
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Accrington Market Hall reopens in November with a new manager search. Council invests in sports grants, play areas, and events, while implementing HMO regulations to protect housing standards.
