New £200 Crisis Fund for Households Announced
The Government has confirmed a new £200 Crisis and Resilience Fund to replace the Household Support Fund from April, offering cash payments for essentials like food and energy bills.
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Birmingham £0 Council Tax Bills in February Explained
Birmingham City Council explains how households can receive a £0 council tax bill in February by opting for Direct Debit payments spread over 10 months, with details on setup and the BRUM account system.
Solihull Approves Mell Square Redevelopment Plan
Solihull Council has unanimously approved a multi-million pound plan to transform Mell Square shopping centre, featuring over 1,000 homes, a hotel, and new retail spaces.
TV Licensing Statement on £1,000 Fines and Letter Concerns
TV Licensing has issued a detailed statement about potential £1,000 fines for non-payment, addressing MP concerns over 'threatening' letters sent to households.
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Council Accused of Breaching Constitution in Museum Decision
Nine Walsall councillors oppose the cabinet's decision to relocate the Leather Museum, arguing it breaches the constitution by not involving all elected members.
Solihull Approves Bentley Heath Housing Development
Planning permission granted for eight new four-bedroom homes on Browns Lane in Bentley Heath, Solihull, addressing local housing supply shortfalls.
TV Licence Fee Rise to £180: Deadlines and Exemptions
The TV Licence fee is confirmed to increase to £180 from April 2026, with deadlines for paying the current rate and details on free licences for eligible pensioners.
£150 Energy Bill Bonus Confirmed for UK Households
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £150 energy bill reduction for millions of UK households starting April, with additional support through expanded Warm Home Discount scheme.
Universal Credit Claimants Get £150 Energy Bonus
Millions of low-income households on Universal Credit have received a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, with the scheme extended to reach more families for the first time.
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Birmingham Tip Truck Visits: Dates and Locations
Birmingham City Council has scheduled free tip truck visits across the city for the next week to help residents manage waste during the ongoing bin strike, with details on accepted items and locations.
Sharon Osbourne May Challenge Convicted Candidate in Birmingham
Shahid Butt, a convicted terrorist running for Birmingham councillor, has welcomed Sharon Osbourne's potential challenge in Sparkhill ward, admitting he shares some views with the Far Right.
Universal Credit £608 Rise Confirmed as Two-Child Cap Scrapped
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the removal of the two-child benefit cap, allowing Universal Credit claimants to receive up to £608 extra monthly for larger families from April.
Winter Fuel Payments: £35,000 Income Threshold Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules for 2026, with pensioners earning over £35,000 annually excluded from the cost of living support.
Birmingham Leader's 'Great Days' Claim Amid Election and Bin Strike
Birmingham Council leader John Cotton expresses optimism for the city's future ahead of May's all-out election, despite ongoing bin strike turmoil and union warnings of electoral consequences.
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Birmingham Council Urged to Oppose Migration Plans
Campaigners and refugees call on Birmingham Council to reject government migration reforms that could extend settlement waits to 20 years, amid concerns over community impact.
Cannock Theatre Demolition Row Halts Regeneration Plans
Cannock Chase Council's regeneration plans face deadlock as Conservatives oppose demolishing Prince of Wales Theatre, backed by 20,000-signature petition.
Council Worker's 210 Laptop Theft Spurs Security Overhaul
A Coventry City Council employee stole 210 laptops in 2022, receiving a suspended sentence and dismissal, prompting new routine audits and stricter stock checks.
Smethwick Restaurant Licence Decision After Police Concerns
Sandwell Council's licensing committee will decide on Kotoburaba restaurant's future after West Midlands Police raised crime and safety concerns about its proposed midnight closing time.
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Druids Heath Regeneration Quashed by High Court
Birmingham's major Druids Heath regeneration scheme faces delays after High Court quashes planning permission following resident legal challenge over transparency concerns.
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Solihull shopping centre demolished for 1,600 homes and hotel
Solihull Council planners have unanimously approved a multi-million pound regeneration scheme that will see Mell Square shopping centre demolished and replaced with 1,600 new homes, a 300-room hotel, shops and public spaces.
TV Licence Fee to Increase to £180 from April
Millions of UK households will face a £5.50 annual increase in the BBC TV licence fee from April, taking the total cost to £180 per year. The rise comes despite earlier agreements to cap the fee below £175.
£300 Cost of Living Payment for DWP Benefit Households
A new £300 cost of living payment is being distributed to eligible households in Worcestershire on specific DWP benefits to help with energy bills, with strict criteria including income limits and support service engagement.
Midlands Towns Get £300 Cost of Living Payments
Worcestershire County Council is distributing £300 payments to eligible residents in multiple towns through the Household Support Fund to help with energy bills and financial hardship.
TV Licence Fee Rises to £180: How to Cancel Legally
The BBC TV licence fee will increase to £180 in April 2026. Learn how households can legally cancel their licence if they only use streaming services like Netflix.
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Pensioners Face £17 Monthly Deductions Under New Rules
Thousands of state pensioners are seeing £17 monthly deductions as HMRC claws back Winter Fuel Payments from those with incomes over £35,000 under new government rules.
Walsall Council Tax to Rise 4.99% for 2026/27
Walsall Council leaders are set to approve a 4.99% council tax increase alongside £32.83m in savings, with Band D households facing £2,627.48 annually.
Rossendale Planning Applications Registered
Rossendale Borough Council has registered a series of new planning applications, including care home variations, extensions, and works to protected trees across multiple locations.
Birmingham Councillor's Family Welcomes Newborn
The family of late Birmingham councillor Waseem Zaffar welcomes baby Muhammad Shazain Waseem Zaffar, a moment of joy following his sudden death in Kashmir last week.
DWP Explains New Evidence Review for WASPI Rejection
Pensions Minister Torsten Bell clarifies the DWP's fresh review of historical documents, including a 'rediscovered' 2007 report, before reaffirming the decision to deny compensation to WASPI women.
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TV Licence Cancellations Surge Ahead of £180 Price Hike
UK households are rushing to cancel TV licences before a £5.50 increase takes effect in April, with many criticising the BBC funding model and exploring streaming alternatives.
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