Starmer: £150 Annual Payments Until 2031 for Low-Income Homes
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced the Warm Home Discount will continue providing £150 winter payments to six million low-income households annually until at least 2030/31.
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Oldbury's Former Bank May Be Converted to Six-Bed HMO
A planning application has been submitted to transform the vacant grade II listed former Barclays bank in Oldbury town centre into a six-bed house of multiple occupation with a new shop.
Smethwick Food Trailer Appeal Rejected Over Safety Issues
A government inspector has upheld Sandwell Council's decision to reject a food trailer in a Smethwick car park, citing insufficient parking and pedestrian safety risks.
Birmingham Council Wins Injunction to Ban Bin Strike Protests
Birmingham City Council has obtained a High Court injunction prohibiting protests that block bin lorries at four depots, with violators facing potential jail time or fines in the ongoing year-long strike dispute.
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Prince Andrew Could Be Removed from Royal Succession
The government is reportedly planning to remove Prince Andrew from the line of succession through an Act of Parliament following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Rossendale Council Gets New Planning Applications for Feb 20
Rossendale Borough Council has registered several planning applications, including a new two-storey dwelling, a children's home conversion, and extensions, with decisions pending review.
Labour Told to Slash £15bn Migrant Benefits Bill
New data reveals migrant households claim nearly £1bn monthly in UK benefits, sparking calls for reform. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces stricter eligibility rules.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Released After Arrest
The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office at his Norfolk home and later released under investigation as police continue their inquiry.
Labour Plans Retroactive Pension Forfeiture for Criminals
The Labour government is developing legislation to strip public sector pensions from serious criminals, potentially applying retroactively to cases like Wayne Couzens.
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Tasley Garden Village: 1,500 Homes Plan Nears Approval
Controversial plans for a 1,500-home 'Garden Village' near Bridgnorth in Shropshire are recommended for approval, featuring a primary school, country park, and affordable housing.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie 'In a State' After Andrew's Arrest
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are reportedly 'in a state' following their father Prince Andrew's arrest on his 66th birthday. The Duke of York spent 11 hours in police custody, sparking concerns for his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson's mental health and prompti
Beatrice and Eugenie May Vanish from Royal Life After Andrew Arrest
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams predicts Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie could disappear from royal life and lose charity roles following their father Andrew's arrest for misconduct in public office.
MP Addresses Care Home, Roads, and Railways for Hyndburn
Sara Britcliffe MP details her work on Woodlands Care Home, local road conditions, and railway improvements while supporting national stability and addressing global children's rights.
US Website to Bypass UK VPN Bans for Households
The US government is developing freedom.gov, a portal that will enable UK residents to circumvent potential VPN bans and access blocked content, according to Reuters reports.
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DWP Doubles Migrant Benefit Waiting Period to 10 Years
The Department for Work and Pensions plans to extend the waiting time for migrants to access benefits to 10 years, amid reports migrant households received over £15 billion in benefits in 18 months.
Demolition Starts on Birmingham's Priory Square
Work has commenced to tear down the former Priory Square shopping centre in Birmingham, 11 months after its closure due to fire safety risks, marking the end of an iconic hub for the city's alternative community.
Priory Square Demolition Starts in Birmingham
Demolition work has commenced at Priory Square in Birmingham, with photos revealing severe decay and graffiti at the former shopping centre, which closed last March.
Solihull Planners Reject 'Awful' House Extension Plan
Solihull Council has rejected a revised house extension plan in Castle Bromwich after neighbours and councillors argued it remains out of character with the area, despite some design changes.
Premier Inn Hotel on Carlisle's City Walls Site for Planning Decision
Cumberland Council's planning committee will debate a proposal for a new 104-bedroom Premier Inn hotel on the site of the former Central Plaza Hotel in Carlisle's Victoria Viaduct, incorporating historic city walls.
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Trump Reacts to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrest
US President Donald Trump has described the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor as a 'very sad thing' for the Royal Family, while US politicians call for accountability over Trump's Epstein links.
Andrew Spotted Leaving Police Station After 10-Hour Arrest
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was photographed leaving a police station in the back of a car 10 hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, with King Charles expressing deep concern about the allegations.
BBC Viewers Slam Dimbleby's Comments on Royal Arrest
BBC viewers have strongly criticized Jonathan Dimbleby's remarks about Prince Andrew's arrest, calling them 'Orwellian' and 'indefensible' on social media.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested for Misconduct Allegations
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested at his Sandringham home on suspicion of misconduct in public office, with police conducting searches in Norfolk and Berkshire as part of an ongoing investigation.
Salford Council Urged to Sell Stadium, Fund Road Fixes
Salford Conservatives demand the council sell the CorpAcq Stadium, claiming it costs £1.6m annually, and redirect funds to road and pavement repairs amid a council tax hike debate.
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Ex-Councillor Saleem Returns to Conservatives, Hails Humility
Shaz Saleem, a former Dudley Conservative councillor and community activist, has returned to the Tory party after a suspension and independent period, praising their willingness to listen and focus on local issues like green belt protection and pothole re
Birmingham to Lower Flag for Late Councillor Waseem Zaffar
Birmingham City Council announces a book of condolence and flag-lowering ceremony to honor Councillor Waseem Zaffar, who died suddenly last month.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested on 66th Birthday
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested at Sandringham estate on his 66th birthday, suspected of misconduct in public office linked to sharing sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein.
New UK Passport Rule for Dual Nationals Starts Wednesday
A significant rule change from February 25 requires dual British citizens to present a valid UK passport or a costly certificate of entitlement when traveling to the UK, though expired passports may be accepted at carriers' discretion.
King Charles on Brother Andrew's Arrest: Law Must Take Its Course
King Charles expresses deepest concern after his brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor becomes the first senior modern royal arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
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Rachel Reeves Extends £150 Energy Discount for Five Years
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue until 2030/31, providing £150 off energy bills for around six million low-income families each winter.
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