Birmingham City Council has voted to retain its City of Sanctuary status, rejecting a motion by Reform UK to withdraw from the movement. The vote reaffirms the city's commitment to supporting refugees and asylum seekers.
Asda has extended Natasha's Law allergen and calorie information to 142 Express stores using electronic shelf labels for loose bakery items, enhancing food safety compliance.
England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final tonight on BBC. Viewers streaming live must have a TV Licence or risk a fine up to £1,000, warns expert Owen Dixon.
Owen Flowers, 18, from Walsall, part of the Scattered Spider hacking group, faces jail for a £39m cyber attack on Transport for London, affecting 28,000 employees and Oyster refunds.
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Incoming PM Andy Burnham is urged to scrap the state pension triple lock, deemed 'unusually generous' by the OECD, to curb rising public spending.
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Millions face a pension blow as DWP state pension age rise to 68 could be brought forward to 2037, costing those aged 49-55 around £12,500 each.
Stockport MP Lisa Smart warns that the UK is not scared enough about foreign threats, citing cyber attacks, espionage, and opaque foreign money undermining democracy.
FIFA confirms a 25-minute half-time show for the 2026 World Cup final, forcing BBC and ITV to extend studio coverage with pundits beyond the usual 15-minute break.
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Around three million pensioners will see payments cut under new rules, with HMRC deducting Winter Fuel Payments from those with incomes above £35,000.
An interim report finds PIP 'no longer working' ahead of 2027 reforms. DWP minister hints at fewer claims for anxiety and depression, aiming to reduce welfare bill and boost employment.
Thomas Tuchel held clear-the-air talks with Jude Bellingham after the World Cup spat, ahead of England's semi-final against Argentina. Bellingham scored twice in the 2-1 win over Norway.
The UK government has ruled out a VPN ban for minors, instead imposing a midnight to 6am social media curfew for younger users, citing limited VPN use and free speech concerns.
A new midnight to 6am social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds will be default-enabled but can be overridden, sparking debate among safety groups and politicians.
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Treasury officials plan to raise the state pension age to 68 seven years earlier than legislated, affecting around five million people aged 49-55, who could lose £12,500 each.
Portsmouth City Council removed England flags from balconies ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, citing fire safety. Residents reported theft, and politicians condemned the move.
DWP minister Pat McFadden signals potential benefits cuts, saying the government should stop 'writing cheques' for claimants, as reviews recommend reforms.
The UK government has identified seven new national crises including cyber-attacks and extreme weather, launching a campaign to help households prepare for potential disruptions.
Dudley Council's finance chief rules out council tax refunds for missed bin collections, citing the third-lowest council tax in England and ongoing efforts to improve the service.
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A Shropshire brewery has secured planning permission for a £2 million revamp of a historic Birmingham pub, promising to create jobs and boost the local economy.
Ann Widdecombe, 78, was killed in a targeted attack at her Devon home, counter-terrorism police confirm. A 28-year-old man is held under the Terrorism Act.
An investigation has begun after a house partially collapsed near Kidderminster, prompting emergency services to evacuate nearby properties and assess structural safety.
Scott Silkstone, 51, is accused of murdering amputee Dwayne Tuohey, 55, by beating him with his own prosthetic leg before buying a milkshake, Leeds Crown Court hears.
Government-appointed commissioners warn Birmingham City Council that its regeneration performance is the biggest challenge, with Paradise and Smithfield schemes posing major financial risks.
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Aston Villa's director of football operations Damian Vidagany confirms Emi Martinez will stay. Plus, new shirt sponsor, Harvey Elliott comments, and more transfer news.
Keir Starmer's Government is giving local councils powers to ban pavement parking on selected streets, with Birmingham City Council set to apply, aiming to improve safety for pedestrians.
The first full meeting of Birmingham City Council under minority coalition leadership faces opposition questions on bin strike, road deaths, and spending plans, plus debates on City of Sanctuary status and supported exempt accommodation.
A bank holiday for July 24 is planned if England win the World Cup. PM Starmer delays resignation to attend the final if England beat Argentina.
Over 539,000 UK households cancelled their BBC TV licence in the past year, with early cancellors eligible for refunds up to £180, as the BBC faces a funding crisis.
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An investigation has begun after a house partially collapsed in Kidderminster, prompting emergency services to evacuate nearby properties and ensure public safety.
