Lloyds Warns Halifax Customers of Scams as Brand Axed
Lloyds Bank has written to Halifax customers warning of scams as the Halifax brand is phased out from UK high streets next year, with accounts transitioning to Lloyds.
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Burnham urged to scrap 'bonkers' triple lock pension promise
Andy Burnham faces pressure to break the triple lock pledge as OBR warns it adds £15.5bn annually to pension spending by 2029-2030, urging reform to avoid unsustainable debt.
Birmingham Restaurant Manager on Illegal Workers: 'I Can't Help It'
Vietnam City Restaurant in Birmingham was found employing two illegal workers. The manager claimed he 'can't help if people come off street to use toilet'. Police have applied for a licence review.
Royal Rift: Misunderstanding and Stubbornness
Prince Harry and King Charles' security row mirrors a family feud over a phone call. Is it time for an honest conversation to heal the rift?
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Ann Widdecombe murder: 120+ reports, man arrested
Detectives have received over 120 reports from the public in the murder investigation of former Tory MP Ann Widdecombe, with a 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder.
Ann Widdecombe Murder: No Other Suspects After Arrest
Police investigating the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe have arrested a 28-year-old man in Rotherham and say they are not looking for anyone else.
UK Regional Income Divide Unchanged Since 1997
The Resolution Foundation warns that the UK regional household income divide has seen almost no progress since 1997, urging incoming PM Andy Burnham to deliver true devolution.
Primark Recalls Pepper Mills Over Lead Risk
Primark urgently recalls three models of pepper mills due to excess lead concentrations. Customers are told to stop using the product and return it to stores for a full refund.
Sefton Residents Urged to Join Housing Consultation Before Deadline
Residents, builders, and property owners in Sefton are urged to participate in a national online consultation on housing challenges, with a deadline of 11:50pm on Monday, 13 July 2026.
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Snodgrass: Rogers and Bowen to Stay This Summer
Robert Snodgrass believes Morgan Rogers and Jarrod Bowen will stay at Aston Villa and West Ham, despite Arsenal interest in Rogers and Villa's admiration for Bowen.
From Royal Weddings to Dynamite: July 12-14 in British History
Explore July 12-14 in British history: the Abortion Act 1967, Henry VIII's sixth wedding, dynamite's debut, the Rolling Stones' first gig, and more.
Birmingham bin service privatisation proposed to cut strike risk
A leaked council report suggests privatising Birmingham's bin collections to reduce strike risk, but warns against action before 2028 due to ongoing dispute.
Solihull Council Renews HMO Commitment After Debate
Solihull councillors have renewed their commitment to tackle the growing number of HMOs, with plans to consult on an Article 4 directive by year-end, despite clashes over immigration references.
Balsall Common HS2 Development Decision Due on 970 Homes
Solihull Council's planning committee is set to decide on a major development of 970 homes on green belt land in Balsall Common, with officers recommending approval despite local opposition.
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Great Barr Residents Fight 850-Home Green Belt Plan
Residents near a proposed 850-home estate on green belt land in Great Barr have spoken out against the plans, citing loss of countryside, traffic, and infrastructure strain.
UK Gov Plan to Track 550,000 Children Out of Poverty
The UK Government published a baseline report on July 9 detailing how progress on lifting 550,000 children out of poverty will be measured over a decade.
Chilling Gang Map Shows Deadly Postcode War in Birmingham
A West Midlands Police gang territory map, shown in court, reveals how north Birmingham is carved up by violent gangs like Armed Response and 9Boyz, as a 17-year-old is jailed for murder.
Walsall One-Way System Delay Frustrates Residents
Residents on Hospital Street and Croft Street in Walsall are at breaking point as a proposed one-way system remains without funding or delivery date despite widespread support from a 2024 consultation.
Woman Wins Payout Over Cigarette Butt Fine in Birmingham
Tania Hemming received £500 compensation and an apology after Birmingham City Council fined her for a cigarette butt that blew from a bin; the case was plagued by errors including a wrong description of her as a large blond man.
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West Midlands Drivers Face Longest Driving Test Wait
Drivers in the West Midlands are enduring the longest wait for a driving test in the UK, with average delays exceeding 20 weeks, according to new data.
Ann Widdecombe murder: Fresh arrest in South Yorkshire
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her Devon home on Thursday.
Labour Confirms Law Change for Self-Driving Car Marketing
Transport minister Simon Lightwood confirms new regulations banning misleading terms like 'self-driving' for non-authorised vehicles to prevent confusion and enhance road safety.
HMRC £1,260 Marriage Allowance: Millions Eligible to Claim
Millions of married couples and civil partners can claim up to £1,260 in backdated Marriage Allowance from HMRC, worth £252 per year, with claims possible for up to five tax years.
Adam Boulton Apologises for Ann Widdecombe Remarks
Former Sky News presenter Adam Boulton has apologised for calling Ann Widdecombe a 'spinster' and 'old maid' on live TV, sparking widespread backlash.
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Katie Price's husband arrested again in Dubai
Lee Andrews, Katie Price's husband, has been reportedly detained again in Dubai just weeks after his release from prison on espionage suspicions, with a £120,000 fine imposed.
HMRC £1 Rule Blocks Married Tax Allowance: Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis warns couples where one is a high-rate taxpayer cannot claim marriage tax allowance, even if over threshold by £1, affecting potential £1,250 boost.
HMRC Confirms Millions to Get Tax Refund Letters
HMRC will send P800 letters to PAYE taxpayers who overpaid or underpaid tax for 2025/26, with refunds available via GOV.UK or the HMRC app.
Police Withhold Details in Widdecombe Death Probe
Devon and Cornwall Police explain why they won't release CCTV or suspect descriptions in the investigation into former MP Ann Widdecombe's death, citing risk to enquiries.
Birmingham Man in Court Over Victoria Square Stabbing
Niazal Rahmanullah, 25, has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after an 18-year-old was stabbed and a 17-year-old assaulted in Victoria Square, Birmingham on June 23.
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Missing 29 Minutes in Ann Widdecombe Timeline
Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her Devon home on July 9. Police believe she was attacked 24 hours earlier. A neighbor reports seeing a mystery hiker arriving overnight. A 26-year-old arrested has been released without charge.
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