HMRC Warns Pre-1960 Pensioners on Tax Threshold
HMRC warns state pensioners born before 1960 that their state pension counts as taxable income, with the personal allowance set at £12,570.
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West Brom Close in on James Morrison as Permanent Boss
West Bromwich Albion are nearing the appointment of James Morrison as permanent head coach after a ten-game unbeaten run secured Championship safety, with 96% fan support.
Council Seeks Bin Lorry Injunction Extension to 2028
Birmingham City Council has applied to extend a High Court injunction preventing protesters from blocking bin lorries at depots until January 2028.
State pensioners born before 1960: check bank accounts Friday
State pensioners born before 1960 should check bank accounts on Friday due to bank holiday payment changes. DWP confirms early payments for May 4 holiday.
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Bank holds rates at 3.75%, blow to homebuyers
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75%, with potential rises later due to Middle East conflict. Homebuyers face higher costs and fewer mortgage options.
DWP 72-Hour Alert for Benefit Claimants Over May Bank Holidays
DWP issues a three-day alert for Universal Credit, PIP, DLA, and Pension Credit claimants as payment changes occur due to May bank holidays on May 4 and 25.
DVLA Urged to Consider Driving Age Change for Young Drivers
New research suggests one in four drivers support lowering the legal driving age, with calls for a rule change affecting those born after 2009.
On This Day: Electron Discovery & Trivia Answers
J.J. Thomson discovered the electron in 1897. Plus answers to quiz questions on Commonwealth PMs, Harry Potter, Geneva Convention, and more.
DWP State Pension Payment Changes Start Tomorrow
The DWP will adjust Basic and New State Pension payments due to May bank holidays, with early payments on May 1 and May 22.
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DWP Rethinking Triple Lock for 12 Million Pensioners
The UK government is reconsidering the Triple Lock policy for state pensions due to Middle East conflicts, affecting 12 million pensioners.
Gunman Jailed 14 Years for Birmingham Shooting
Jordan Edwards, 32, was jailed for 14 years and six months for shooting a man in the stomach in Birmingham's Bartley Green area. Police recovered a loaded pistol, cocaine, and cash.
DWP PIP DLA Motability Changes July 1
The DWP confirms Motability Scheme changes from July 1, affecting PIP and DLA claimants. New tyre replacement limits and fair usage policy updates aim to reflect modern needs.
Leasehold Ban Delayed Until After General Election
Labour minister Matthew Pennycook confirms leasehold ban unlikely before election, citing complexity and housing supply concerns. Campaigners criticize delay.
DWP Changes Benefit Payment Dates for May Bank Holiday
The DWP is changing payment dates for Universal Credit, PIP, and Attendance Allowance due to the May Bank Holiday. Payments due on 4 May and 25 May will be made earlier.
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Council Rejects Hotel Plan for Historic Birmingham Building
Birmingham planners rejected a proposal to turn a Grade II listed Arts and Crafts medical surgery into a 21-bed hotel, citing unsuitable location and design concerns.
DWP Sends Surprise £921 Payments to Pensioners Friday
The DWP is depositing £921 state pension payments early this Friday due to upcoming bank holidays, with increased rates for the new state pension.
Bloxwich voters feel 'invisible' as candidates fail to engage
Residents in Bloxwich say they don't know who to vote for in the upcoming Walsall Council elections, with many reporting no contact from candidates and feeling disenfranchised.
Bloxwich Voters Say Candidates Are 'Invisible'
Bloxwich residents express frustration as council candidates fail to engage ahead of Walsall all-out elections on May 7, leaving many unsure who to vote for.
Golders Green Stabbing Survivor: 'It's a Miracle I'm Alive'
Shilome Rand, 34, stabbed in Golders Green terror attack, says it's a miracle he survived. Second victim Moshe Shine, 76, also injured. PM Starmer calls emergency Cobra meeting.
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Paedophile Jailed 60 Years After Raping Girl
John Erskine, 75, sentenced to 20 years for raping a child in the 1960s. Victim praised for bravery after being let down by justice system in the 1980s.
DWP Told to Block Benefits for 7 Conditions: Full List
The Tony Blair Institute urges DWP to block benefits for conditions like mild depression and ADHD, classifying them as non-work limiting. Full list of 7 conditions at risk.
Daily Quiz: Royal Weddings to Shakespeare Trivia
Test your knowledge with questions on royal weddings, literature, science, and history. Answers included for April 28 quiz.
DWP Right to Try Rule Change for Benefits Begins Tomorrow
The DWP's Right to Try regulations take effect on 30 April 2026, allowing claimants to work or volunteer without automatic benefit reassessment for Universal Credit, PIP, and ESA.
Stockport MP Welcomes Renters' Rights Act
Thousands of Stockport tenants will benefit from the Renters' Rights Act ending no-fault evictions. MP Navendu Mishra also secures £2.5m for Stockport College and raises concerns over IVF cuts.
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Labour Accused of Punishing Drivers Over Fuel Costs
FairFuelUK founder Howard Cox accuses Labour of punishing drivers as fuel costs soar, with inflation rising and a planned 5p fuel duty increase in the Autumn Budget.
DWP to Accelerate State Pension Age Rise to 68
DWP may accelerate state pension age rise to 68 as healthy life expectancy falls. Those born after 1961 could be affected. Plan ahead now.
Birmingham Election Shock: Reform and Labour Neck and Neck
Exclusive new polls from YouGov and Bombe predict a tight race in Birmingham, with Reform and Labour each winning 21 seats, leading to no overall control. Sandwell and Coventry could fall to Reform.
DWP State Pension Cut Warning for Pre-1953 Births
The DWP may reduce state pension from £241 to £68 weekly for those born before 1953 with insufficient NI contributions. Expert Antonia Medlicott warns of the impact.
Labour Set for Major Losses in Birmingham City Council 2026
Polls project Labour losing 51 seats in Birmingham City Council, falling from 65 to just 14, with Reform UK and independents making gains.
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Dudley Leaders on Reform UK Rise Ahead of Local Elections
Dudley Council political leaders share their views on Reform UK's challenge in the upcoming local elections, with 25 seats up for grabs and Reform fielding a full slate of candidates.
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