The House of Lords has voted to push for an Australian-style social media ban for under-16s, rejecting government consultation plans and demanding immediate action to protect children from online harms.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces updated Vehicle Excise Duty rates from April 1, with increases up to £40 for high-pollution vehicles, alongside fuel duty and price transparency measures.
West Midlands residents face council tax hikes up to 5% from April 2026, adding to cost-of-living pressures amid concerns over service quality and executive pay disparities.
Plans submitted to Wolverhampton City Council propose a new veterinary hospital on the site of a former Land Rover showroom, featuring 24-hour care and modern design.
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D1 Gyms appeals Sandwell Council's rejection of a 24-hour fitness center in a former Trident Steelworks building, citing community benefits and sustainable reuse of vacant property.
Plans for a 506-bed student accommodation block at 120 Suffolk Street have been recommended for approval by Birmingham City Council, with architects promising a strong addition to the city's skyline.
West Midlands residents face annual council tax increases above inflation, while local authority chief executives command salaries exceeding the Prime Minister's pay, sparking public discontent.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt warns Iran that President Trump is prepared to escalate military action if Tehran refuses US demands, despite ongoing negotiations and a reported 15-point ceasefire plan.
Council leaders in Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire, and Gloucestershire are discussing the creation of a new strategic authority to form a growth corridor between Birmingham and Bristol, as part of major local government reforms.
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A major political dispute has erupted at Birmingham City Council after Conservative opposition claimed the council is now 'without a legitimate leader' following a no-confidence vote against Labour leader John Cotton.
Birmingham City Council has approved Hanehouse's mixed-use development in the Jewellery Quarter, featuring 269 apartments and commercial space, with restoration of a grade-II listed building.
East Staffordshire Borough Council reveals plans to demolish 19 of 24 buildings at The Maltings in Uttoxeter, with temporary food vendors and market stalls planned before permanent redevelopment begins to revitalize the town center.
The UK government is exploring expanding age verification to VPNs under the Online Safety Act, following research showing 55% of households support restrictions for minors.
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms an additional state pension increase of £231 annually for those who retired before April 2016, as Triple Lock mechanisms take effect this spring.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new anti-profiteering regulations and nuclear energy push to protect households from rising costs triggered by Middle East conflict, with food and energy bills set to increase significantly.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton lost a symbolic confidence vote as opposition councillors expressed fury over bankruptcy and bins strike issues ahead of local elections.
Thousands of women could receive up to £8,000 each in state pension refunds after a historic error. HMRC urges affected individuals to use a self-identification tool to claim compensation.
Older people born before 1959 are receiving unusual letters from HMRC as frozen tax thresholds drag more retirees into paying income tax, with experts warning of administrative chaos.
A comprehensive overview of 15 key financial adjustments affecting millions of UK households in April 2026, including council tax, energy, water, and broadband hikes, alongside updates on benefits and wages.
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A long-dormant stretch of New Street opposite the Chicken Quarter is set for resurrection, with plans approved to transform a historic former cinema building into shops and offices, preserving its 19th-century Masonic Hall origins.
A decision on plans for 80 homes on green belt land near Harwood, Bolton, is imminent. The adjacent golf club has raised concerns about stray golf balls and noise, requesting a ball strike survey as a condition for approval.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton lost a symbolic vote of no confidence as opposition groups united ahead of May's local elections, highlighting Labour's diminished majority.
Birmingham Council leader John Cotton has addressed why it took months to propose new talks with Unite union over the ongoing bins strike, citing equal pay constraints and service modernization needs.
Two Sandwell councillors, Daniel Millard and Claire Mayo, will not face trial until July 2029 for alleged assault and affray charges from an incident in Cradley Heath last July, with delays blamed on court backlogs.
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Public records show Birmingham's ten MPs collectively spent more than £2 million last year on staffing and constituency office operations, with significant variations between individual representatives.
Hyndburn Borough Council has registered new planning applications, including a house extension in Great Harwood, a church closure in Accrington, and a change to a House in Multiple Occupation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that any future government support for energy bills will be targeted, not universal, citing fiscal responsibility and criticism of previous Conservative policies.
Councillors across Birmingham paid formal tribute to Lozells representative Waseem Zaffar, who died suddenly earlier this year. Colleagues remembered his dedication to community, environmental advocacy, and family.
The Department for Work and Pensions is seriously evaluating proposals to allow people born after 1961 early access to the state pension, potentially altering retirement planning for millions.
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Plans submitted to Sandwell Council propose converting the former McDonald's in West Bromwich High Street into a 24/7 casino and tanning salon, creating 14 jobs.
