State Pension Age Rises to 68, Starting with 67 from April 2026
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pension age will increase to 68, with the first phase raising it to 67 starting April 2026 for those born after April 1960.
Category : Politics
Frozen Tax Bands to Push More Pensioners into Income Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves maintains frozen tax thresholds as state pension rises under triple lock, pulling thousands of retirees into income tax liability from April 2026.
Calls to Review 3,100 PIP Claims for Anxiety and Depression
New figures reveal over 100 people daily are awarded PIP for anxiety and depression, prompting political pressure for a welfare system overhaul.
Starmer Announces £53M Cost-of-Living Support for Heating Oil Users
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a targeted £53 million support package for low-income households using heating oil, alongside a £117 reduction in energy bills from April, amid the Middle East conflict's impact on prices.
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Royal Mail Warns of Delays in Five Birmingham Postcodes
Households in Birmingham postcodes B11, B12, B25, B26, and B27 face postal delays due to resourcing problems at the Redfern Park Delivery Office, with Royal Mail apologizing for the disruption.
Birmingham Council Fortifies Support as Iran War Sparks Price Fears
Birmingham City Council has secured £86 million in government funding to extend its cost-of-living programme, while officials warn that the conflict in Iran could drive up fuel and food costs for local residents.
DWP Bonus for 12 Benefits: Full List Before March 31
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing discretionary funds through local councils via the Household Support Fund. Claimants must meet strict criteria including age, savings limits, and specific benefit receipt.
DWP Final Household Support Payments for Pensioners in London
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing last payments under the Household Support Fund to Attendance Allowance, state pension, and Pension Credit claimants in Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster, with strict eligibility criteria.
Final £200 DWP Payments to Universal Credit Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing the last Household Support Fund payments of £200 to eligible Universal Credit, ESA, and Housing Benefit recipients through local councils before March 31.
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Final ESA Payments Sent as Universal Credit Overhaul Expands
The Department for Work and Pensions is issuing the last Employment and Support Allowance payments before rolling it into Universal Credit, affecting over 1.3 million claimants who must apply to avoid losing benefits.
Universal Credit: £295 Extra for Millions, Not All
The DWP confirms a £295 annual increase for nearly 4 million Universal Credit households from April, marking an above-inflation boost. Single claimants aged 25+ will see monthly payments rise by £24.76.
State Pension Triple Lock Hike for 13 Million from April 6
All 13 million UK state pension recipients will see a 4.8% increase from April 6, 2026, thanks to the Triple Lock policy, with new weekly rates detailed.
Walsall's £81,555 Green Belt Battery Storage Fight
The total cost of Walsall Council's multi-year legal battle against a controversial battery energy storage facility on green belt land has been revealed as £81,555.22, including legal fees and costs awarded to the developer.
Birmingham Student Tower Plans Set for Approval
Plans for a new 21-storey student accommodation tower in Birmingham city centre have been recommended for approval, promising 506 bedspaces and regeneration benefits.
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Peel Land Plans Industrial Sheds Near Bolton M61 Junction
Developer Peel Land has unveiled plans for 323,000 sq ft of logistics sheds near M61 Junction 4, promising up to 380 new jobs. The project, adjacent to Logistics North, is part of the Northfold Growth Area.
Airport Sale Collapse Puts Council Finances at Risk
The collapse of the £25m sale of Gloucestershire Airport to Horizon Aero Group raises serious concerns about the financial recovery plans of Gloucester City Council and Cheltenham Borough Council, with opposition leaders demanding transparency and new str
US Counterterrorism Chief Quits Over Trump's Iran War
Joe Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Centre, resigns citing inability to support administration's Middle East conflict, claiming Iran posed no imminent threat to the United States.
Wolverhampton Venue Keeps Licence After Fight
Vaal & Vaal in Raglan Street retains its licence despite an after-hours fight leaving a man unconscious. The council imposes new CCTV and security requirements.
Royal Mail Delays Hit 88 UK Postcode Areas
Royal Mail has reported significant delivery delays affecting 88 postcode areas across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland due to local office issues.
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Council Approves Urgent Roof Repairs for Safety of Families
Birmingham City Council has approved £800,000 in funding for urgent roof repairs at Lifford House in Stirchley, a key children's social care facility, to address safety risks from long-standing leaks.
Reeves Confirms £150 Automatic Discount for Six DWP Benefits
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an automatic £150 energy bill discount for recipients of six key DWP benefits, including Universal Credit and Pension Credit, during a Treasury Committee hearing.
BBC TV Licence Fee Rises to £180 from April 1
The annual BBC TV licence fee will increase by £5.50 to £180 starting April 1, 2026, in line with inflation. Free licences remain for over-75s on Pension Credit, with reduced fees for care home residents and blind individuals.
Lib Dem Conference: Unity, Policy, and Women's Day Events
A Liberal Democrat MP reflects on the party's spring conference in York, emphasizing community and policy discussions on national security and women's healthcare.
Conservatives Launch Essex Election Campaign with Badenoch
Conservative MPs, councillors, and candidates gathered at Hutton Hall for the launch of the party's Essex local election campaign, led by Kemi Badenoch, who emphasized lower taxes and fiscal responsibility.
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Andy Street Launches Prosper UK as Reform Threatens Birmingham Elections
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street condemns Reform UK's divisive politics while launching Prosper UK, a new centre-right movement aiming to attract politically homeless voters ahead of Birmingham's all-out council elections in May.
DWP Universal Credit Shake-Up: ESA Payments End After March
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms Employment and Support Allowance will be axed as part of the Universal Credit overhaul, affecting over 1.3 million claimants.
New Laws for Dog Owners and Primate Keepers in 2026
Dog owners face unlimited fines and pet seizure under new livestock protection laws, while primate keepers must obtain licenses from April 2026. Both measures aim to strengthen animal welfare protections across England and Wales.
DWP Emergency Payments: 12 Qualifying Benefits for London
The Department for Work and Pensions is funding emergency support payments for City of London residents facing crises. Learn about the 12 qualifying benefits and eligibility criteria.
Government Launches £12m Local Media Strategy
The UK government has unveiled a comprehensive Local Media Strategy featuring a £12 million fund to support digital innovation, community radio, and tackle news deserts affecting millions.
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DWP Bonus Payments for Three Benefits - Full List
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing Household Support Fund cash to councils, with East Sussex offering 'extra' payments to eligible households facing financial hardship.
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