DWP to Merge Pension Credit and Housing Benefit
The DWP confirms plans to merge Pension Credit and Housing Benefit, aiming to simplify claims for millions of pensioners, with a pilot online service from autumn 2026.
Category : Politics
MP Mourns Widdecombe, Pushes Road Safety After Boy's Death
Brentwood and Ongar MP Alex Burghart expresses sadness over Ann Widdecombe's death and a boy killed by a lorry, urging road safety action and supporting local businesses.
Labour Plans Robust VPN Ban Rules for Under-16s
Labour government promises robust new VPN restrictions for children under 16, based on research showing 60% of kids know about VPNs and many bypass age checks.
Trust Accused of 'Cowardice' Over Walsall School Event
Campaigners call Windsor Academy Trust 'cowards' after moving a consultation online for a £50m school in Walsall, amid opposition over woodland loss and traffic.
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Martinez staying at Aston Villa, director confirms
Aston Villa's director of football operations Damian Vidagany confirms goalkeeper Emi Martinez will remain at the club this summer, ending Juventus speculation.
Murder detectives confident someone knows about dad's death
Detectives are confident someone knows what happened to Adam Lucas, 51, found dead in a river at Victoria Park, Leamington Spa. Two Birmingham suspects arrested.
Burnham backs land tax plan with £4,791 Band D charge
Andy Burnham's proposed land value tax could see some Band D homes face annual bills of £4,791, replacing council tax. Critics say it's an impractical measure.
Annual mileage checks confirmed for pre-2025 cars
Rachel Reeves has confirmed annual odometer checks for millions of drivers under her new pay-per-mile car tax system, with vehicles made before 2025 facing mandatory mileage checks from 2028.
Falcon Lodge Community Centre Sale Update
Birmingham City Council will consider the sale of Falcon Lodge Community Centre on July 20, with plans to demolish and rebuild a new facility. Councillor Parkin shared the update.
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Burnham Urged to Scrap Council Tax Referendum Rule for All Councils
A cross-party MP group urges incoming PM Andy Burnham to remove council tax referendum rules, allowing all 317 English councils to set rates without public votes, citing devolution and financial pressures.
BBC Licence Fee May Cover Disney+, Netflix, Amazon Prime
UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy backs expanding the BBC licence fee to streaming services like Disney+, Netflix, and Amazon Prime, with potential tiered charges and concessions.
NHS Confirms £114.50 Charge Under 12-Month Prescription Rule
The NHS has confirmed a £114.50 charge for some households under a 12-month prescription rule, but prepayment certificates can save money for those needing more than 11 items yearly.
World Cup 2026 May Disrupt UK Work
The 2026 World Cup, hosted across North America, could cause significant work disruption in the UK due to time zone differences, with matches potentially airing during work hours.
Burnham Urged to Act as Tax Rate Hits 62%
Andy Burnham faces calls to reform tax after a report reveals marginal rates of 62% for earners between £100,000 and £125,140, with some facing over 100% due to benefit withdrawal.
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Burnham Urged to Tax Online Sales for Business Rates Cut
Andy Burnham is urged to introduce a 2% online sales tax to fund a 37% cut in business rates for physical shops, as the Real Rates Reform Alliance calls for reform.
UK alcohol-free beer definition may change after 64 million pints
UK pubs sold 64 million pints of no and low alcohol beer this summer, up 8 million from last year. The BBPA urges government to change the alcohol-free definition from 0.05% to 0.5% ABV to boost growth.
Burnham urged to cut business energy costs on day one as PM
Andy Burnham must slash business energy costs on day one as PM to unlock £130bn growth, says CBI and Energy UK report urging three rule changes.
No Bank Holiday for England World Cup Win
The UK government has confirmed there will be no bank holiday if England win the World Cup, citing economic impact and lack of precedent for such a move.
DWP Confirms Pension Change From October After £5,000 Loss
The DWP has confirmed a new Value for Money framework launching in October, after pension savers were left £5,000 worse off due to poor scheme performance.
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Reeves Tax Charges for 12 Million Pensioners
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms pensioners solely on state pension won't pay income tax before 2030, but 12 million others face charges, sparking fairness concerns.
Burnham Backs £265k Inheritance Tax Charge on Households
Andy Burnham supports a plan to raise inheritance tax to 50%, costing families an extra £53,000 on estates worth £1.45 million, according to Quilter analysis.
Nine-bed HMO rejected after 700-signature petition
Sandwell Council rejects nine-bed HMO in Smethwick after 64 objections, 100-signature petition, and online petition with over 700 signatures citing safety and noise concerns.
New Birkenhead Market Plans Submitted
Plans for the new Birkenhead Market at the former TJ Hughes site in Pyramids Shopping Centre have been submitted, with work set to begin before year-end.
Woman named in Midlands murder probe as suspect questioned
Sarah-Louise Pennington, 24, was found dead at a property in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent. A 30-year-old man remains in custody after extra time was granted for questioning.
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Birmingham's New Era: Coalition Leadership After Labour's Collapse
Birmingham enters a new political era as a Lib Dem-Green-independent coalition takes control after Labour's election collapse, aiming to overcome financial crisis and bins strike legacy.
Willenhall Man Charged with Four Shop Thefts
Simon Crumpton, 40, from Willenhall, has been charged with four shop thefts in the Black Country and appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court today.
State Pension Could Rise by £1,895 by 2030 Under Triple Lock
The state pension could increase by nearly £1,900 by 2029/30 due to the triple lock policy, with forecasts showing the full pension rising to £14,442.
Ex-West Brom Boss Takes National Team Role
Former West Bromwich Albion manager, who led the club to Premier League promotion, has been appointed as the new head coach of a national team.
HMRC Monthly £290 Tax Bills for Self-Employed
HMRC may force self-employed workers, freelancers, and landlords to pay monthly tax based on previous year's income under Labour plans, with a £30,000 earner facing £290 monthly bills.
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Burnham Backs IHT Rise: Families Face £53k Extra
Andy Burnham supports raising inheritance tax to 50%, hitting 31,000 estates with an average £53,000 increase, as per Quilter analysis.
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