Petition: Exempt All Pensioners from Council Tax
A new petition urges the Labour government to exempt all British pensioners from Council Tax, arguing current relief only helps those on lowest incomes as living costs rise.
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Tamworth Wedding Venue Fees Soar 220% to £10,000
Tamworth Assembly Rooms wedding fees increase up to 220%, with top price hitting £10,000. Council approves hike to align with market rates, pledges review within six months.
Tamworth Council Writes Off £650,000 in Unpaid Debt
Tamworth Borough Council has written off over £650,000 in outstanding debt in just nine months, with business rates making up the largest portion. Council leader Carol Dean stated all recovery efforts were exhausted before this last resort.
Council Rejects Unauthorized Cash and Carry at Ambulance Station
Sandwell Council has refused retrospective planning permission for a cash and carry operating without approval at a former ambulance station in West Bromwich, citing safety and amenity concerns.
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Thousands Demand DWP Christmas Bonus Increase to £171
A petition urging the Labour government to raise the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus to £171, reflecting inflation since 1972, has gained thousands of signatures and calls for meaningful support for pensioners and vulnerable individuals.
Walsall Green Belt Homes Face Renewed Committee Scrutiny
A planning consultant demands Walsall Council's committee revisit approval for two five-bed houses in a conservation area, citing policy breaches and procedural flaws eight months after initial decision.
DWP to Check Bank Accounts for Savings Over £6,000
The Department for Work and Pensions has acquired new powers to access bank account details, targeting savings thresholds that affect Universal Credit eligibility.
Birmingham £200 Cost of Living Payment Date Confirmed
Birmingham City Council announces the arrival date for £200 hardship grants funded by the DWP to help households with food, energy, and water costs. Eligibility criteria and application details revealed.
TV Licence Refund Rules: Claim £174.50 Explained
Official guidance on TV Licence refunds, including the 14-day rule and eligibility criteria for households. Details on fee increases and concession options.
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Walsall Council Approves Tax Hike, Cuts, Rejects Housing Plan
Walsall Council has approved a 4.99% council tax increase and £32 million in budget cuts for 2026/27. A proposal to reinvest in council housing was narrowly defeated, while measures on fly-tipping and bereavement services passed.
Urban Splash Plans to Transform Swansea's Civic Centre
David Warburton of Urban Splash reveals ambitious regeneration plans for Swansea's Civic Centre, including flats, commercial space, and enhanced waterfront connections. The project aims to reposition the city through public-private partnership.
Wealden Council Sets 6,540 Signature Threshold for Petitions
Wealden District Council has announced a verification number of 6,540 for local government petitions, representing 5% of registered electors, effective from April 2026 to March 2027.
Broxbourne Council Publishes Three Planning Applications
Broxbourne Borough Council has released three planning applications for public review, covering projects in Broxbourne, Goffs Oak, and Wormley. Residents have 14 days to submit comments by March 5, 2026.
B&M Applies for Alcohol Licence in Plymouth Store
B&M Retail Limited has applied to Plymouth City Council for a new premises licence at its store in Plymstock, seeking to sell alcohol from 7am to 11pm daily. The application, made under the Licensing Act 2003, is for off-sales only and does not include on
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Rossendale Council Gets Major Planning Applications
Rossendale Borough Council has registered several significant planning applications, including waste transfer stations, retail signage, and property modifications, impacting Haslingden, Bacup, and Rawtenstall.
Solihull Council Approves 4.99% Tax Rise in Budget
Solihull residents face a 4.99% council tax increase, adding £83 to average Band D bills, as councillors pass a £244 million budget after intense political debate.
Council Leader Tells Campaigner 'Shut Up' in Museum Row
Walsall Council leader Mike Bird faced heckles after telling a Leather Museum campaigner to 'shut up' during a public meeting about controversial relocation plans.
Starmer Rejects Resignation Calls After Labour Loss
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has dismissed calls to resign following Labour's third-place finish in the Gorton & Denton by-election, where the Green Party claimed a historic victory.
Wealden Council Gets Uckfield and Blackboys Planning Apps
Wealden District Council has received two planning applications affecting Uckfield and Blackboys, including works to a listed building and a new dwelling. Public can view and comment by March 13, 2026.
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Sevenoaks Council Publishes New Planning Schedule
Sevenoaks District Council has released a planning publicity schedule detailing applications across the district, including housing at DSTL Fort Halstead. Residents can view and comment by March 12, 2026.
Taxpayers Demand £20k Allowance as Petition Deadline Looms
A petition urging the Labour government to raise the income tax personal allowance from £12,570 to £20,000 has reached 90,000 signatures, needing 10,000 more by tomorrow to trigger a parliamentary debate.
Spain Can Search UK Tourists at Gibraltar Border Under New Deal
UK tourists traveling to Gibraltar will face passport checks and potential searches by Spanish border guards under a new Brexit treaty. Conservative critics warn of sovereignty concerns, while Labour defends the agreement as protecting Gibraltar's British
Greens Win Historic By-Election, Labour Falls to Third Place
The Green Party has achieved a historic first parliamentary by-election victory in Gorton and Denton, with Labour suffering a devastating defeat and finishing third behind Reform UK. New MP Hannah Spencer's win signals a major political shift in Greater M
DWP Blocks Mixed-Age Couples from Pension Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that mixed-age couples where one partner is below state pension age cannot claim Pension Credit or pension-age Housing Benefit, forcing them onto Universal Credit instead.
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Jewellery Quarter Scheme Decision Pushed Back
Plans for 269 apartments in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter face delay as councillors express concerns over scale and impact on the area's historic character.
Post Office Future Secured with £483M Investment
The UK Post Office will maintain at least 11,500 branches following a £483 million government investment for modernization and service improvements over two years.
£200 Spring Cost-of-Living Payments Start Sunday for Households
Households can apply for £200 spring cost-of-living payments from local councils starting Sunday, with grants available regardless of benefit claims.
State Pensioners Over £35k to Lose £33 Monthly
The Government has confirmed new rules where pensioners with incomes exceeding £35,000 will have £33 deducted monthly from payments as part of Winter Fuel Payment clawbacks.
Birmingham Crowd Laughs as Fiona Bruce Intervenes in Andrew Debate
The BBC Question Time audience in Birmingham burst into laughter during a heated discussion about accusations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, with host Fiona Bruce stepping in to remind panelists he denies wrongdoing.
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Birmingham Council Sells Former Vulnerable Adult Day Centre
Birmingham City Council has approved the sale of Fairway Day Centre in Kings Norton, one of four adult day centres closed last year amid budget cuts, as part of its financial recovery plan.
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