Shahid Butt, a convicted terrorist running for Birmingham councillor, has welcomed Sharon Osbourne's potential challenge in Sparkhill ward, admitting he shares some views with the Far Right.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the removal of the two-child benefit cap, allowing Universal Credit claimants to receive up to £608 extra monthly for larger families from April.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules for 2026, with pensioners earning over £35,000 annually excluded from the cost of living support.
Birmingham Council leader John Cotton expresses optimism for the city's future ahead of May's all-out election, despite ongoing bin strike turmoil and union warnings of electoral consequences.
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Campaigners and refugees call on Birmingham Council to reject government migration reforms that could extend settlement waits to 20 years, amid concerns over community impact.
Cannock Chase Council's regeneration plans face deadlock as Conservatives oppose demolishing Prince of Wales Theatre, backed by 20,000-signature petition.
A Coventry City Council employee stole 210 laptops in 2022, receiving a suspended sentence and dismissal, prompting new routine audits and stricter stock checks.
Sandwell Council's licensing committee will decide on Kotoburaba restaurant's future after West Midlands Police raised crime and safety concerns about its proposed midnight closing time.
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Birmingham's major Druids Heath regeneration scheme faces delays after High Court quashes planning permission following resident legal challenge over transparency concerns.
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Solihull Council planners have unanimously approved a multi-million pound regeneration scheme that will see Mell Square shopping centre demolished and replaced with 1,600 new homes, a 300-room hotel, shops and public spaces.
Millions of UK households will face a £5.50 annual increase in the BBC TV licence fee from April, taking the total cost to £180 per year. The rise comes despite earlier agreements to cap the fee below £175.
A new £300 cost of living payment is being distributed to eligible households in Worcestershire on specific DWP benefits to help with energy bills, with strict criteria including income limits and support service engagement.
Worcestershire County Council is distributing £300 payments to eligible residents in multiple towns through the Household Support Fund to help with energy bills and financial hardship.
The BBC TV licence fee will increase to £180 in April 2026. Learn how households can legally cancel their licence if they only use streaming services like Netflix.
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Thousands of state pensioners are seeing £17 monthly deductions as HMRC claws back Winter Fuel Payments from those with incomes over £35,000 under new government rules.
Walsall Council leaders are set to approve a 4.99% council tax increase alongside £32.83m in savings, with Band D households facing £2,627.48 annually.
Rossendale Borough Council has registered a series of new planning applications, including care home variations, extensions, and works to protected trees across multiple locations.
The family of late Birmingham councillor Waseem Zaffar welcomes baby Muhammad Shazain Waseem Zaffar, a moment of joy following his sudden death in Kashmir last week.
Pensions Minister Torsten Bell clarifies the DWP's fresh review of historical documents, including a 'rediscovered' 2007 report, before reaffirming the decision to deny compensation to WASPI women.
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UK households are rushing to cancel TV licences before a £5.50 increase takes effect in April, with many criticising the BBC funding model and exploring streaming alternatives.
The annual TV licence fee will increase by £5.50 to £180 from April 2026, with new iPlayer enforcement measures. Free licences remain for eligible over-75s and discounts for care homes and blind residents.
The annual TV licence fee will increase to £180 from April 1st, though over-75s on Pension Credit, students, blind individuals, and care home residents may qualify for free or reduced rates.
ITV's Good Morning Britain paused its regular programming today for a significant update regarding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, following his name appearing in newly released Epstein documents from US authorities.
The BBC TV Licence fee sees contrasting changes: black and white licences drop to £60.50 annually while colour licences rise to £180 for 2026/27, with further inflation-linked increases planned.
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UK households can legally reduce their BBC TV Licence bill to £0 before the April price hike to £180 by meeting specific criteria and understanding the rules.
Convicted terrorist turned independent candidate Shahid Butt welcomes Sharon Osbourne's potential challenge in Sparkhill council elections while discussing his controversial past and political views.
The annual BBC TV licence fee will increase to £180 from April 1st, a £5.50 rise. This adjustment aligns with inflation and supports the ongoing Charter Review.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new Crisis and Resilience Fund offering £200 emergency payments to all households struggling with essentials like food and energy bills.
Worcestershire County Council is distributing £300 payments to eligible residents on specific DWP benefits as part of the Household Support Fund. Applications require evidence submission.
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State pensioners in Worcestershire can apply for up to £300 in financial assistance through the DWP Household Support Fund to help with energy and water debts during the ongoing Cost of Living crisis.
