Starmer Confirms £150 Warm Home Discount for 3 Million More
Sir Keir Starmer extends Warm Home Discount to 3 million more households, providing £150 off energy bills for Universal Credit, pensioner, and benefit claimants.
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DWP benefits claimants face new 10,000 miles a year rule
From 1 July 2026, Motability Scheme users on DWP benefits will see standard mileage reduced to 10,000 miles per year, with excess charged at 25p per mile.
Brothers convicted in glass factory death
Two brothers have been convicted after a 27-year-old man was crushed to death at a glass factory in Erdington, Birmingham. Nashwan Amin found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter.
New Inquest Date for Birmingham Schoolboy Murder 40 Years On
A fresh inquest into the death of Mark Billington, 15, who was murdered in 1984, has been scheduled for November 2026 after the High Court quashed the original open verdict.
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Burnham's £4.7bn Defence Bill May Trigger Six Tax Hikes
Andy Burnham faces a £4.7bn defence bill, sparking warnings of six potential tax rises including capital gains, bank, gambling, property, land value, and inheritance taxes.
Birmingham HMO with redevelopment potential auctioned
A vacant 11-bedroom HMO in Moseley, Birmingham, with potential for redevelopment into flats or a family home, is set to be auctioned by Bond Wolfe on July 9 with a guide price over £675,000.
Andy Burnham Could Scrap £658 Water Bills as PM
Andy Burnham's first move as PM could be to nationalise Thames Water, scrapping the £658 average bill. He says public ownership is an option to end profiteering.
Barbershop Faces Council Action Over Planning Breach
Wolverhampton barbershop Fresh Look on Dudley Road faces enforcement action after opening without planning permission, with council citing parking and noise issues.
Tipton Shop Licence Hearing Adjourned Over Translator Issue
A decision on whether Best One Store in Tipton can keep its licence after a police probe into a missing lottery reward was delayed because a Tamil translator was unavailable for the shop owner.
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Rachel Reeves IHT Rule Change Hits Families with £600k Estates
New inheritance tax rules from April 2027 will include pensions in estates, hitting unmarried partners and blended families with bills up to £110,000 on a £600,000 estate.
Woman Claimed £33,000 in Universal Credit Despite Inheritance
Aimee Jeffrey, from Portsmouth, fraudulently claimed £33,000 in Universal Credit while spending a £280,000 inheritance on clothes and holidays. She received a suspended sentence.
Andy Burnham urged to scrap benefit cap for 10 benefits
Labour MP Paula Barker calls on Andy Burnham to abolish the DWP benefit cap, which she says forces families to rely on food banks. The cap currently applies to 10 benefits including Universal Credit and Child Benefit.
Older Drivers Over 70 Face New Eyesight and Cognitive Tests
New compulsory eyesight checks and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 in England may take years to implement, as specialists explain the lengthy parliamentary approval process.
Selfridges Bakery Ordered to Improve Cleanliness
Medicine Bakery at Selfridges in Birmingham's Bullring scored 2/5 in a food hygiene inspection, with cleanliness marked as 'improvement necessary'. The bakery is working with Selfridges to address issues.
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Birmingham A38 upgrade may be axed for defence funding
A major road scheme on the A38 near Birmingham could be cancelled to fund defence spending, with the government seeking £700m in transport savings.
Birmingham Councillors Recommended for 25% Pay Rise
An independent panel recommends a near 25% increase in basic allowance for Birmingham councillors, from £19,952 to £24,866, making them the best paid in the UK due to the unique demands of Europe's largest council.
Solihull NHS worker stole £279k medical kit, sold back
Emmanuel Nbanga, 45, from Solihull, convicted of fraud after stealing £279,000 of medical equipment from Alexandra Hospital and selling it back via a shell company.
West Midlands Mayor Backs Burnham's Devolution Vision
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker praises Andy Burnham's understanding of regions like the West Midlands, supporting his devolution plans to empower metro mayors and shift control from London.
Andy Burnham: good growth in every postcode, hope in every heart
Andy Burnham writes for BirminghamLive, outlining his vision for the Midlands: rebalancing power, reindustrialisation, and council house building to raise living standards.
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Top Catholic leads diocese after bishop rape charge
Archbishop of Westminster Richard Moth appointed Apostolic Administrator of Northampton Diocese after Bishop David Oakley charged with two counts of raping a female under 16.
Andy Burnham urged to protect free-to-air TV as PM bid
Andy Burnham faces calls to safeguard free-to-air TV beyond 2034, backed by 150,000 voters and Silver Voices, as he is tipped to become Prime Minister.
Birmingham Food Waste Collections: Key Rules
Birmingham Council launches food waste collection pilot in northern wards from June 30, with weekly collections, new bins, and fortnightly general waste. Over 110 tonnes of food waste already turned into green energy.
Burnham's Vision Vital for West Midlands Leader
A West Midlands leader argues Andy Burnham's regional vision is crucial for the area, urging collaboration to boost transport, housing, and economic growth across the region.
Birmingham Reform Shadow Cabinet Announced Amid Suffering Claims
Birmingham Reform announces shadow cabinet, claiming residents still suffer under current Labour council leadership amid ongoing financial crisis.
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Burnham urged to scrap £2,100 pension perk
Andy Burnham's advisor Andy Haldane has slammed the DWP state pension triple lock as 'fiscally unsustainable', urging reform that could scrap a £2,100 perk for pensioners.
Burnham Pledge Shows Need for Regional Power: Mayor
West Midlands mayor Andy Street says Andy Burnham's pledge for more power outside London proves the region needs greater devolution, as mayors unite for fairer funding.
Birmingham Bin Changes: £60 Fines for Incorrect Placement
Birmingham residents could face £60 fines if bins are not placed correctly under a new waste collection scheme rolling out from June 30, with fortnightly rubbish collections and new recycling bins.
Seven New UK Driving Laws and Rules in July 2026
Seven new driving rules take effect in July 2026, affecting Motability users, mileage limits, tyre allowances, MOT fees, and tachograph requirements under the Labour government.
Resident doctors accept pay deal, ending year-long strikes
Resident doctors in England have voted to accept a new pay and conditions deal, ending a year of industrial action. The deal includes a 6.6% salary increase by 2027 and 4,500 additional training places.
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Vernon Kay Apologises for Midlands Accent Impression on BBC Radio 2
Vernon Kay apologised on BBC Radio 2 after his attempt at a Midlands accent prompted a listener from Solihull to complain, saying locals don't speak like that.
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