£150 Warm Home Discount Extended to 2031 for Universal Credit
The UK Government has confirmed a five-year extension of the Warm Home Discount scheme, providing £150 energy bill support to low-income households including Universal Credit claimants.
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£39bn Public Sector Pensions Bill Hits Taxpayers
Official figures reveal a £39bn public sector pensions bill for taxpayers this year, with costs rising 26% since 2023-24. Think tanks warn the situation is unsustainable.
Warm Home Discount Extended for Six DWP Benefits Until 2030
The Labour government has extended the £150 Warm Home Discount scheme for low-income households on six DWP benefits until 2030, though experts warn discounts alone won't solve the energy crisis.
£150 Warm Home Discount Extended to Six Million Households
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue for five years, providing £150 energy bill relief to low-income households.
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Starmer's 'Stark Choice': Military vs Welfare Cuts
Sir Keir Starmer faces a critical decision between funding military readiness and cutting the welfare bill, with a £28bn shortfall forcing tough choices.
Warm Home Discount Extended to 2031 for Millions
The Labour government confirms the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue until 2030/2031, providing a £150 winter energy rebate to millions more eligible UK households.
Trump Warns Starmer Over 'Dangerous' China Trade
US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling enhanced UK-China economic relations 'dangerous' as Starmer concludes a landmark Beijing visit.
Birmingham Councillors: City 'Trashed' by Bins Strike
Two independent councillors express horror as Birmingham's bins strike enters second year, damaging the city's reputation nationally and internationally while services remain suspended.
Birmingham Bin Collections Cancelled Over Safety
Birmingham City Council suspends all bin collections on Friday due to a major 'megapicket' protest at depots, citing health and safety concerns as the industrial dispute enters its 14th month.
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Councillor Resigns Over Illegal HMO Properties
Warwickshire County Council chair Edward Harris resigns after Tamworth Borough Council reveals he owned substandard Houses of Multiple Occupation lacking basic amenities.
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Birmingham Bin Strike: City Becomes International Laughing Stock
Independent councillors voice horror as Birmingham's ongoing bin strike enters second year, damaging the city's reputation and causing international embarrassment.
Birmingham Bin Strike: City's Reputation in Tatters
Independent councillors warn Birmingham has become an 'international laughing stock' as the bins strike enters its second year, with no resolution in sight and ongoing damage to the city's global reputation.
£10k Emergency Loans for Pensioners Facing Payment Delays
Thousands of civil service pensioners are receiving interest-free hardship loans of up to £10,000 as 90,000 face unacceptable payment delays in the pension scheme.
WASPI Women Fury as DWP Payouts Blocked
WASPI campaigners express outrage after Labour government rejects DWP compensation for 1950s-born women affected by state pension age changes, with chairwoman Angela Madden accusing ministers of treating them with 'utter contempt'.
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WASPI Women to Sue After Labour Rejects Compensation
The Labour government has confirmed no compensation for 1950s-born women affected by state pension age changes, sparking WASPI's legal challenge over what they call a 'disgraceful political choice'.
WASPI Women Compensation Bid Rejected by Government
The Department for Work and Pensions has formally rejected compensation claims from WASPI women, with Secretary Pat McFadden stating a review found no evidence of direct financial loss.
DWP Universal Credit Fraud Crackdown Targets Key Areas
The Department for Work and Pensions launches a major campaign targeting Universal Credit fraud, focusing on living arrangements, self-employment, and capital reporting.
DWP Streamlines Pension Credit for 1.4 Million Pensioners
The Department for Work and Pensions announces plans to streamline the Pension Credit application process, benefiting over 1.4 million state pensioners with simplified online and telephone claims.
VOA Update on Council Tax Bands & Mansion Tax 2028
The Valuation Office Agency outlines its methodology for revaluing high-value properties ahead of the new mansion tax implementation in April 2028, focusing on transparency.
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State Pension to Cost Workers £1,000 More Under Labour
Official estimates reveal state pension costs will rise by £35.1bn under Labour, equating to £1,093 extra per income taxpayer under 65 by 2029-2030.
Treasury Rejects £25,140 Pensioner Tax Allowance Petition
HM Treasury has officially responded to a parliamentary petition demanding a doubled tax allowance for state pensioners, citing cost and targeting concerns while reaffirming Triple Lock commitment.
DWP: No Tax on State Pensions Next Year
The DWP has reassured pensioners that those solely on the Basic or New State Pension will not pay tax next year, even as the Personal Allowance remains frozen at £12,570 until 2030.
Birmingham Bins Boss Survives No Confidence Vote
Birmingham Council's environment cabinet member Majid Mahmood survives Conservative motion of no confidence amid ongoing bins strike and fly-tipping concerns.
Exeter Social Club Applies for Late-Night Licence
Anthony Gordon has applied for a new premises licence for Polsloe and Priory Social Club in Exeter, proposing alcohol sales until 1:30am and entertainment until 2am, with public consultation open until February 2026.
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Cinnabar Hertford Applies for Later Weekend Opening Hours
Belvue Business Hub Ltd has applied to extend operating hours at Cinnabar in Hertford, proposing later trading on Fridays, Saturdays, and pre-Bank Holiday days, with a deadline for public representations set for February 11, 2026.
Plymouth Planning Notice: Heritage Works and Register Office Redevelopment
Plymouth City Council has published a planning notice for listed building works at two addresses and the proposed demolition and redevelopment of Plymouth Register Office. The public consultation period runs until February 10, 2026.
Plymouth's The Kitchen Applies for Alcohol Licence (28.01.2026)
Trei Mates Ltd has applied to Plymouth City Council for a premises licence to sell alcohol at The Kitchen on Union Street, with proposed hours until 9pm daily.
Birmingham Bin Delays Continue as Protesters Block Depots
Birmingham City Council apologises as waste collections are delayed again after protesters walk in front of vehicles at Perry Barr and Atlas depots, separate from union action.
Chris Brown in Court for Nightclub Bottle Attack Case
R&B singer Chris Brown attended a pre-trial hearing at Southwark Crown Court regarding alleged assault and weapon charges from a 2023 Mayfair nightclub incident.
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Netflix Viewers Warned of £1,000 TV Licence Fine
UK households watching live TV on streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or YouTube must have a TV Licence or risk prosecution and a £1,000 fine, warns TV Licensing.
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