WASPI women await 'imminent' DWP compensation decision
Campaigners flood MPs with emails urging the government to act on the Ombudsman's report and deliver up to £2,950 in state pension compensation. A final decision is expected soon.
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Monkspath house could become children's home
A planning application seeks to turn a four-bedroom house in Solihull into a home for two vulnerable children. The council consultation is open until February 2.
Solihull Council reduces staff by 158 in cost-cutting drive
Solihull Council has significantly reduced its workforce by 158 posts, saving £2m via a paid-resignation scheme. Agency worker costs also fell by over 36%. Read the full financial scrutiny report.
Nechells warehouse could become spa and wellness centre
Plans submitted to convert a Nechells industrial unit into a health and wellbeing complex with a spa, snooker hall and cafe, creating 14 jobs. Read the full details.
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Birmingham Council's £171m IT project faces new delay
Birmingham City Council's troubled Oracle IT system faces another major setback, pushing its launch to summer 2026. The project, now four years late, has cost £171m. Read the exclusive details.
Cold Weather Payments doubled to £50 for 6,000 homes
The DWP has issued doubled £50 Cold Weather Payments to 6,000 households across 18 postcodes. Check the full list to see if your area is eligible for the increased support this winter.
Pro-Palestine campaigners deny charges over David Lammy protest
Two women, including one from the Midlands, have pleaded not guilty after allegedly placing child-sized body bags outside the Deputy PM's London home in a protest over Israel trade. A two-day trial is set for May.
Petition to raise tax threshold to £20k hits 50k milestone
A public petition demanding the income tax personal allowance be raised to £20,000 has reached 50,000 signatures, halfway to triggering a Commons debate. The Treasury has rejected the call, citing a £50bn annual cost.
New UK E-Scooter Laws Proposed as Trials Extended
The UK government announces plans for new e-scooter legislation and extends rental trials to May 2028. Read the latest on safety and regulation.
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Walsall Ex-Tories Made Directors of Right-Wing Party
Two former Conservative councillors in Walsall, Jade and Lee Chapman, have been appointed as regional directors for the emerging right-wing party Advance UK. Discover the details of the party's national expansion.
Birmingham Council commissioners not ready to leave
Government commissioners overseeing Birmingham City Council's financial recovery say they are not ready to depart, despite work on an 'assurance plan'. Progress noted, but major challenges remain.
Pressure mounts on Dudley Council to restore grit bins
Dudley Council faces calls to reverse its decision to remove 500 grit bins after a big freeze sparks public outcry over dangerous roads and pavements. Labour demands action.
Cold Weather Payments Triggered for 728 UK Postcodes
The DWP is issuing £25 Cold Weather Payments to 728 postcodes. Find out if your area is eligible for support with winter energy bills. Check the full list now.
Everton Stadium Outdoor Events Plan Opposed
Everton FC's bid to host major concerts and events at its new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium faces a formal objection from a local business over road closures and disruption. Read the full details.
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Labour drops free TV licence plan for DWP claimants
The Labour government has shelved plans to give free TV licences to benefit claimants. Find out why the policy was dropped and what it means for the licence fee.
DWP Begins Process to End Two-Child Benefit Cap
The DWP will formally introduce a Bill to lift the two-child benefit cap on Thursday, January 8. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden calls it a £3bn investment in children's futures.
WASPI women: 'Time running out' for compensation
Ministers have until the end of February to decide on payouts for 3.6 million WASPI women. UNISON urges public to write to MPs demanding justice and fair compensation.
Cold Weather Payments doubled to £50 for 31 UK postcodes
The DWP has increased Cold Weather Payments from £25 to £50 for 31 postcodes hit by severe winter weather. Check the full list to see if your area is eligible for the extra support.
DWP doubles Cold Weather Payments for six benefits in January
The DWP is issuing multiple £25 Cold Weather Payments to eligible households on six key benefits as freezing temperatures grip the UK. Find out if you're eligible and how it works.
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Dudley Council to hike fees for pest control and cremation
Dudley Council proposes fee increases for services like pest control and cremation to add £2.5m to its budget. Key votes set for January and February 2026.
Cold Weather Payments Triggered for 21 English Counties
Over 700,000 UK households are set to receive a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Check if your postcode is among the 697 areas affected across 21 counties.
Future of 'Weak' Solihull Bridge in Doubt
Solihull Council consults on two options for the 'significantly weakened' Barston Bridge, used by over 1,000 vehicles daily. Have your say on its future.
Andrew 'to refuse royal cottage' as Fergie's future home revealed
Prince Andrew is reportedly set to turn down a cottage on the Sandringham estate, with experts predicting a move abroad. Meanwhile, Sarah Ferguson is looking at separate UK options.
Wealden Planning Notices: Heritage Works & Wadhurst Scheme
Multiple planning applications in Wealden affect listed buildings and conservation areas. A Wadhurst scheme seeks a design variation. Public comments due by January 17, 2026.
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Sevenoaks Council Seeks Views on Planning Applications
Sevenoaks District Council has published a new list of planning applications. Residents have until January 15, 2026, to submit comments on proposals ranging from house extensions to a Gypsy and Traveller site variation.
Sherford Co-op Applies for Extended Alcohol Sales Licence
The Co-operative Group has applied to sell alcohol from 12am to 11pm daily at its Sherford store. Residents have until January 14, 2026, to submit comments to South Hams District Council.
£25 Cold Weather Payments Triggered for 246 Postcodes
The DWP has activated Cold Weather Payments for over half a million UK households. Find out if your postcode is eligible for the £25 support during the freeze.
Steak Chain Flat Iron Plans First Liverpool Restaurant
UK steak chain Flat Iron has lodged plans to open its first Liverpool site in a Grade II listed building on Castle Street, potentially ending a long-running planning saga. Expected opening summer 2026.
Birmingham bins strike: Council boss on 'difficult' hurdles
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a grim one-year milestone. Council's top officer Joanne Roney speaks out on the 'incredibly difficult' negotiations with Unite, stalled by equal pay and financial constraints. What's next?
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£25 Cold Weather Payments for 500k UK Households
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for nearly 250 postcodes. Over half a million households will get £25 to help with heating costs. Check if your area is included.
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