Dudley Councillors Get Allowance Increases After Elections
Dudley Council's new political makeup after elections leads to allowance adjustments for councillors, with special responsibility payments for key roles.
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Solihull Man Fined for Stealing £351 of Lego from John Lewis
Wayne Kidd, 38, was fined after stealing £351 worth of Lego from John Lewis in Solihull's Touchwood Shopping Centre on two occasions in January. The court heard he showed genuine remorse.
£3.1m for New Classrooms and SEND Unit at Wolverhampton Schools
Wolverhampton Council invests £3.1m in new classrooms and a SEND unit at two primary schools to meet rising demand for mainstream and special educational needs places.
Manchester City Centre Expansion: Economic Boost Ahead
Manchester plans to expand its city centre, aiming to become the UK's most significant economic hub outside London, with new housing, jobs, and green spaces.
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HMRC Rule Costs Families £1,054.95
HMRC's strict three-month backdating rule for Child Benefit means families could lose up to £1,054.95 a year. Claim promptly to avoid missing out.
New DWP Retirement Age Rules: Key Dates for UK Households
The State Pension age is rising from 66 to 67 by 2028, affecting those born between 6 March 1961 and 5 April 1977. Learn how to check your eligibility and plan retirement.
Man who stabbed student and lied about racism jailed for life
Vickrum Digwa, 23, was jailed for life for murdering student Henry Nowak with a Sikh kirpan knife. He falsely claimed racial attack, leading police to handcuff the dying victim.
Birmingham Bin Changes Halted as New Leadership Awaited
Birmingham Council pauses planned fortnightly bin collections and recycling changes due to political uncertainty after local elections. Existing service continues.
Two-Week Warning Over New £25,140 Tax-Free Allowance
A two-week update has been issued over a possible new HMRC personal tax-free allowance for state pensioners, with a petition sparking a debate on June 15, 2026.
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HMRC Tax Rule for Pensioners Called 'Deeply Flawed'
A new HMRC tax rule exempting state pensioners from income tax if it's their only income will benefit just 1 in 18 retirees, according to former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb.
DWP Triple Lock Could Be Extended to Youth Benefits
Former MP Andy Milburn calls for a youth triple lock to protect young people, as over one million are not in education, employment, or training.
Urgent Recall: Chutney May Contain Metal Fragments
Arran Fine Foods Caramelised Red Onion Chutney recalled due to possible metal contamination. Check your cupboards and return affected batches for a full refund.
July Bank Holiday Confirmed for Northern Ireland After Scottish Bonus
Northern Ireland will enjoy a July bank holiday on 13 July, weeks after Scotland's bonus day for the 2026 World Cup. Upcoming holidays include summer bank holiday and Christmas.
Dispatch Founder Reflects on Milestones as Murder Charge Hits Patriot Group Member
Kate takes the helm at The Dispatch, celebrating awards and subscriber growth, while a founding member of Raise the Colours faces murder charges over a Lichfield bar assault.
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Sky, Virgin Media, Freeview Losing Popular TV Channel
Sky, Virgin Media, and Freeview are losing a popular TV channel tomorrow. Major changes include renaming of SkyDecadesUK to SkyDirectorsHD and Nick Jr Peppa to Nick Jr. Too.
DWP to Abolish WCA After Timms Review
The DWP confirms plans to abolish the Work Capability Assessment, introduced in 2008, pending the Timms Review on PIP. Changes aim to simplify assessments for disabled claimants.
HMRC Confirms £200 Fines for UK Households by August
HMRC warns UK households of £200 fines from August for missing quarterly tax returns under new Making Tax Digital scheme, affecting sole traders and landlords.
Quiz: Morgan Freeman Birthday, Capital of Bosnia, James Bond, More
Test your knowledge with our quiz featuring Morgan Freeman's birthday, the capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina, James Bond's first novel, and more trivia.
Hyndburn Planning Applications: May 25-31
Hyndburn Borough Council received new planning applications including a side extension and condition removals between May 25-31.
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Labour MPs propose bank holiday for England World Cup win
Labour MPs have tabled a plan for an additional bank holiday in July 2026 if England wins the FIFA World Cup, aiming to foster community celebration.
Summer Cost-of-Living Payments: Apply Now via Councils
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms new Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) for summer cost-of-living payments. Households can apply via local councils for hundreds of pounds, with priority for low-income parents.
Five DWP Benefits Exempt from Tory 'Ration Cards'
The Tories propose 'ration cards' for criminals on benefits, but five DWP payments including PIP and ESA will remain cash.
DWP: £728 Annual Pension Hike for Deferring
The DWP confirms a £728 yearly increase to state pension payments for those who defer claiming. Deferring for one year adds 5.8% to regular payments for life.
Reeves Confirms Salary Sacrifice Rule Change Affecting 3 Million
Rachel Reeves' raid on salary sacrifice schemes will leave nearly three million workers poorer, with over half a million basic rate taxpayers affected.
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DWP Rule Change for PIP, Universal Credit from June 2
The DWP is watering down checks on PIP claimants, extending award periods to four years initially and six years after review, starting June 2, 2026.
DWP Devolution Creates £15,000 Benefit Gap
A DWP shake-up devolving benefits to Scotland means a low-income family there receives £15,000 more annually than an identical household in England, sparking 'welfare nationalism' concerns.
DWP to Reply to Free TV Licence Petition for Pensioners
The DWP will respond to a petition with 20,000 signatures calling for free TV licences for all state pensioners, citing financial hardship.
England Substitute Bank Holiday Confirmed After Scotland Bonus
England will have a substitute bank holiday after Scotland gets a bonus one in June. Learn how substitute days work and what it means for you.
UK Households Without Driveways Blocked from £250 EV Rule
Households in England without driveways face council blocks on new £250 EV charging rule, despite government plans to cut red tape and costs for drivers.
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June 19 Deadline for Armistice Day Bank Holiday Petition
A petition to make Armistice Day a UK bank holiday has a June 19 deadline. It needs 10,000 signatures for a government response, with over two weeks left.
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