DWP New Powers: State Pensioner Bank Checks
The DWP can now check bank accounts of state pensioners claiming Pension Credit under new anti-fraud rules, sparking privacy concerns.
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2026 Walsall Local Elections: 282 Candidates, All-Out Vote
All 60 seats in Walsall Council are up for election on May 7, 2026, with 282 candidates. Boundary changes, key issues, and how to vote.
Not Guilty Plea in Oldbury Mum Murder Case
Mohammed Azim, 41, has pleaded not guilty to murdering 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury on Bonfire Night. His trial is set for June.
Hyndburn Planning Apps: April 27 to May 3
Latest planning applications registered with Hyndburn Borough Council from April 27 to May 3, including alterations, extensions, and change of use.
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Mandatory Eyesight Tests for Drivers Over 70 Considered
The UK government is consulting on mandatory eyesight checks for drivers aged 70 and over, with the consultation period ending May 11. Proposals include tests at licence renewal and medical assessments.
Council Defends Revised Kings Heath LTN Plans
Birmingham City Council defends revised Low Traffic Neighbourhood plans in Kings Heath, stating the approach remains correct despite controversy and opposition.
HMRC to Demand Child Benefit Repayment from £60k Earners
HMRC will send payment demands to couples where either partner earns over £60,000, requiring partial Child Benefit repayment. Learn how the threshold works and who must pay.
UK Gov Allocates £1M to Combat Antisemitism
Jewish communities across England receive £1m in government funding to tackle rising antisemitism, with an additional £500,000 for Barnet Council after recent incidents.
Birmingham Election Countdown Live: Rivals Clash, Polls Show Deadlock
With two days to go, Birmingham's local election is tense and unpredictable. Our editor reports on clashes, candidate concerns, and why every vote matters.
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Millions to Vote in Major UK Elections: Key Contests and Timings
Voters across Scotland, Wales, and England head to the polls on May 7 for local and national elections, with over 5,000 seats contested. Key issues include road conditions and cost of living.
DWP Told to Change Benefits for 625,000 Claimants
Conservatives reveal 625,618 households received over £32,200 in DWP benefits last year, sparking warnings of national uproar if reforms are not made.
HMRC Sends Unexpected Tax Bills to 250,000 Households
HMRC is issuing unexpected tax bills to 250,000 households involved in tax avoidance schemes via umbrella companies, with some bills reaching six figures.
State Pensioners Born After 1951 to Get £312 Boost
State pensioners on the new rate are set to receive at least £312 next year as the Triple Lock is maintained. The guarantee ensures payments rise by the highest of wage growth, inflation, or 2.5%.
Green Party's Final Pitch to Birmingham Voters: Hope for Change
Green Party leader Julien Pritchard urges Birmingham voters to choose hope and real change in the May 7 council elections, highlighting a full slate of 101 candidates and a surge in support.
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Reform UK's Jex Parkin: 'Our Time Is Now' in Birmingham
Reform UK candidate Jex Parkin urges Birmingham voters to back change, citing bin strikes, potholes, and Labour mismanagement ahead of May 7 council elections.
Conservatives Pitch: 'We Will Clean Up Birmingham'
Birmingham Conservatives leader Robert Alden outlines a six-point plan to clean up the city, fix finances, and restore pride, as local elections approach on May 7.
Birmingham resident offers £100 for rubbish removal amid strike
A Birmingham woman is offering £100 on Airtasker to remove rubbish she claims was dumped in her garden, as the bin strike enters its second year.
Midlands Households Get £200 DWP Payment Update
Birmingham City Council updates on £200 hardship grants from DWP's Household Support Fund, which ended March 27. New Crisis and Resilience Fund replaces it from April 1.
Racist Man Demands Full English Breakfast on M42 Bridge
Geoffrey Brewer, 53, climbed over railings on the M42 near Solihull, shouting racist abuse and demanding a full English breakfast, causing a five-hour motorway closure.
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Motability Scheme changes worry DWP benefit claimants
From July, the Motability Scheme reduces mileage allowances to 30,000 miles over three years with higher excess charges, worrying disabled drivers on seven DWP benefits.
DWP Urged to Cut Benefits for 600,000 Claimants
New data reveals 600,000 households received more than the average worker's salary in benefits last year, prompting calls for welfare reform and a stricter benefit cap.
DWP: State Pension Age Rise to 67 Affects Post-1960 Births
The UK state pension age will rise from 66 to 67 starting April 2026. Those born after 1960 may face delays and should prepare for the change.
Man Dies After Fall in Birmingham City Centre Building
A man in his 40s died after falling from multiple floors inside a building on Colmore Row. Police do not treat the death as suspicious.
UK Petrol Stations Face Fines Under New Driver Protection Laws
The CMA can now fine petrol stations that fail to update Fuel Finder. Non-compliance may lead to penalties to protect drivers and ensure price transparency.
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Middle Earners Face Higher Tax Rate by 2030
By 2030, middle earners on £40,000 could pay higher income tax due to frozen thresholds and inflation, experts warn.
Older Pensioners Get Extra £439 from May
State pensioners born before 1951 (men) or 1953 (women) will receive an extra £439 from May due to the Triple Lock, as DWP rates increase for 2026.
State Pensioners Born After 1951 Get Two £964 Payments in May
State pensioners born after 1951 may receive two identical £964 payments in May due to a calendar quirk, totaling £1,928. The 4.8% Triple Lock increase applies.
DWP State Pension Age Rise: Millions Face Longer Wait
Millions of older people in the UK will have to wait longer for their state pension as the DWP raises the pension age gradually from 66 for those born between April 1960 and March 1961.
May 4 Quiz: Audrey Hepburn, Forth Bridge, Fab Four
Test your knowledge with our May 4 quiz covering Audrey Hepburn, Forth Bridge, Queen guitarist, Little Women, and more fun facts.
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DWP Announces First Universal Credit Boost for 4 Million
The DWP has announced a 'first time ever' change to Universal Credit, boosting annual income for nearly 4 million households by £725 by 2029/30.
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