Martinez May Leave Villa Just Short of Clean Sheet Record
Emi Martinez could leave Aston Villa this summer with Juventus pushing for his signature, but he would fall just four clean sheets short of Mark Bosnich's club record.
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Pension Tax Break Rule Change Confirmed by Rachel Reeves
The UK government will restrict salary sacrifice pension benefits from April 2029. Contributions above £2,000 annually will face employer and employee NI charges. Experts advise maximizing contributions before the deadline.
NS&I Confirms £1 Cash-Out Rule for 24 Million Premium Bonds
NS&I confirms Premium Bonds holders can cash in as little as £1, offering flexibility. However, delays in tracing deceased customers' accounts cause frustration.
What Brummies Can Expect from Future Green Leader
Birmingham Green councillor Julien Pritchard is set to become council leader in two years under coalition plans. He shares his vision on recycling, skyscrapers, and road safety.
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Warning Over West Midlands and West Mercia Police Merger
Plans to merge West Midlands and West Mercia police forces face criticism over potential loss of local policing and accountability.
DWP Benefits Reaching Terrorists and Criminals
A government dossier reveals that billions in taxpayers' money, including Housing Benefit and DLA, went to terrorists, hostile states, and organised crime.
HMO Plan for Former Willenhall Shop Recommended for Approval
A petition with 884 signatures opposes turning a former hardware shop into a 12-bed HMO. Walsall Council planning committee will decide on June 18.
New Birmingham Council Leader's Stance on Bins Strike and LTNs
Liberal Democrat Roger Harmer becomes Birmingham's new council leader. Find out his positions on the bins strike, traffic cameras, LTNs, and more.
HMRC Confirms Inheritance Tax Changes Costing £34,000
HMRC has confirmed new inheritance tax rules for pensions, effective from April 2027, impacting 10,500 estates with an average additional liability of £34,000.
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Marriage Allowance Lifts Tax-Free Income to £13,830
HMRC's Marriage Allowance lets couples boost their tax-free personal allowance to £13,830, potentially saving up to £1,260 including backdated claims.
HMRC Ends Working From Home Tax Relief Worth £124
HMRC has abolished the Working From Home Allowance, saving the Treasury £115m over five years but hitting 300,000 households with a £124 annual tax hike.
239,000 in West Midlands Taken to Court Over Council Tax Debt
At least 239,000 people in the West Midlands were taken to court over unpaid council tax debt last year, sparking outrage from GMB union.
HMRC Clarifies £70 Monthly Charge for Tax Underpayments
HMRC explains how a £70 monthly charge arises from a £847 tax underpayment, reducing personal allowance by £4,235 for basic rate taxpayers.
Lloyds Bank Removes Online Banking Feature
Lloyds Bank has confirmed the removal of the account renaming feature in online banking, sparking backlash from customers who rely on it for business.
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King's Birthday Honours 2026: Helen Mirren, Sinfield, Sproxton
The King's Birthday Honours List 2026 includes over 1,180 recipients, with Helen Mirren, Kevin Sinfield, and David Sproxton among the biggest names recognized.
Jury Out on Pro-Palestine Activists in Factory Attack
The jury is deliberating in the trial of three pro-Palestine activists accused of causing damage at an aerospace factory in Birmingham. The incident occurred in 2022.
King Charles Limits Trooping Balcony to Working Royals
King Charles restricts Trooping the Colour balcony to working royals only, with Prince Harry likely absent from the event amid ongoing family tensions.
Birth of Poet William Butler Yeats in 1865
William Butler Yeats, Nobel Prize-winning poet, was born in 1865. Also, test your knowledge with our quiz questions and answers.
State Pensioners Warned: 'You Must Declare It' Ahead of New HMRC Rules
State pensioners are warned to declare all income as HMRC confirms new rules. From 2027, the full state pension will exceed the tax-free allowance, affecting many retirees.
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BBC Apologises for Error in Hockney Death Announcement
The BBC has apologised after a banner during a news bulletin incorrectly stated that artist David Hockney had 'resigned' instead of died, sparking social media criticism.
UK Car Dealership Liquidated Six Years After Launch
The Car Sales Factory Limited has entered liquidation, with a liquidator appointed on June 9, 2026, following FCA authorisation revocation.
King Charles Birthday Honours 2026: West Midlands List
Discover the full list of West Midlands recipients in the King Charles Birthday Honours 2026, celebrating local heroes and community champions.
Dudley Reform Demand Answers on Shabby Borough and Tip Delays
Reform UK calls an extraordinary council meeting to demand urgent action on environmental services and a permanent tip for north Dudley, citing a 'shabby' borough.
Reeves Salary Sacrifice Change 'Far More Damaging'
A pension tax raid by Rachel Reeves could be far more damaging than admitted, with over 2.8 million workers expected to cut pension contributions from April 2029.
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Birmingham Greens defend councillor Kamel Hawwash
Birmingham Greens defend Kamel Hawwash after MP Al Carns calls for his removal over historic social media posts, including references to Hamas members as 'martyrs'.
Winter Fuel Payment Rules: Some Pensioners Must Repay
Winter Fuel Payments for 2026: all pensioners get £200/£300 initially, but those with incomes over £35,000 must repay via monthly state pension deductions.
HSBC Warns of Additional Checks for New Accounts
HSBC issues warning after customer complaints about extra checks for secondary accounts. Bank says process requires agent assistance, not fully online.
Reform Councillor Jokes About Stab Vest for Surgeries
A newly elected Reform UK councillor in the Black Country joked he will only hold surgeries when his stab vest arrives, sparking debate on safety and political discourse.
Princess Anne's Military Uniform at Trooping the Colour
Princess Anne, 73, will wear military uniform at Trooping the Colour despite never serving. Her titles include Admiral, General, and Air Chief Marshal.
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Second Birmingham Labour councillor quits party
Coun Majid Mahmood resigns from Labour, citing concerns over local leadership, immigration policy, and Gaza stance. It's the second resignation since local elections.
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