State Pensioners Over £35K Exempt from Council Tax Rule
Under new council tax bands, homeowners face up to £7,500 bills. State pensioners with income over £35,000 are exempt from deferring the so-called 'mansion tax'.
Category : Politics
200 Objections Fail to Stop 99-Home Plan in Solihull Village
Despite 234 objections from 150 addresses, Solihull Council officers recommend approval for 99 new homes in Hockley Heath, citing housing need and sustainability.
UK Mandates Emergency Braking and Speed Limiters in New Cars
The UK government plans to mandate autonomous emergency braking and intelligent speed assistance in all new vehicles as part of its Road Safety Strategy to reduce fatalities and serious injuries.
Teen found running Wolverhampton shop alone; prohibition order
Police discovered a 17-year-old boy alone behind the counter of a Wolverhampton shop, seizing counterfeit goods and cannabis. Three men found upstairs face immigration enquiries.
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Wolverhampton's 167th Mayor Paul Singh
Cllr Paul Singh has been elected as Wolverhampton's 167th mayor for 2026/27, expressing honour and humility. He plans to support local charities and promote sports.
Sarah N'Gaba Guilty of Murder in Birmingham
Sarah N'Gaba has been found guilty of murdering her partner following a trial at Birmingham Crown Court. She will be sentenced in due course.
Air France and Airbus Convicted of Manslaughter Over 2009 Crash
Air France and Airbus have been found guilty of corporate manslaughter over the 2009 crash of Flight 447, which killed all 228 people on board. Both firms fined €225,000 each.
Alan Fleming Elected New Mayor of Walsall
Reform councillor Alan Fleming, a retired police officer and scuba diving instructor, has been elected as the new Mayor of Walsall for 12 months.
Reeves hits back at Jenrick over welfare bill attack
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends economic record after Robert Jenrick criticises rising welfare bill, unemployment, and taxes. She announces summer savings scheme.
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Rachel Reeves Confirms 55p Per Mile Mileage Allowance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces 10p increase in tax-free mileage allowance to 55p per mile for under 10,000 miles, backdated to April 2026.
Rachel Reeves Announces 8 Cost-of-Living Support Measures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced eight cost-of-living measures including fuel duty freeze, VAT cut on attractions, and food tariff suspension to help UK households amid global turmoil.
FCDO Issues 7 New Instructions for UK Tourists in Lebanon
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for Lebanon, advising against all travel due to rising tensions. Seven key instructions issued for British nationals.
Dragons' Den Star Drops Burnham Support Over Trans Views
Duncan Bannatyne withdraws support for Andy Burnham due to his stance on trans women using single-sex spaces, backing a rival candidate in the Makerfield by-election.
Birmingham Council Without Leader After Lord Mayor Vote
Birmingham City Council remains without a leader as coalition talks continue. New Lord Mayor elected, but political uncertainty persists after fractured local elections.
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Labour 'Control Freakery' Blamed for Birmingham Election Loss
Former Birmingham Labour councillors blame the party's NEC for a 'catastrophic' 2026 election defeat, citing top-down control, controversial candidate selections, and failure to resolve the bin dispute.
Starmer Hails 82% Net Migration Drop, Vows Border Control
Sir Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood celebrate an 82% fall in net migration to 171,000, attributing it to Labour's border policies.
Households to Pay Less for Groceries Under New Plans
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces import tax cuts on 100+ items to lower grocery bills, plus free bus travel for children this August.
Mum Fury as Marine Killer Over 'Brummie' Question Faces Early Release
Ann-Marie Yilmaz condemns the justice system after her son Cemal was killed by Royal Marine Joseph Jones in a one-punch attack over a casual question.
Streeting Proposes HMRC Tax Rule Changes
Wes Streeting, former Health Secretary, proposes equalising capital gains and income tax rates, aiming to raise up to £12bn and address wealth inequality.
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UK net migration hits lowest since 2012 at 171,000
UK net migration dropped to 171,000 in the year to December 2025, the lowest since 2012. Asylum claims also fell by 12%, with hotel use down by a third.
Trump Warns Iran: 'Get Nasty' Over Nuclear Deal
Donald Trump warns Iran the US will 'get nasty' if it refuses a nuclear deal, issuing a stark six-word warning as tensions escalate. He threatens to strike 'even harder'.
DWP Told to Change State Pension Triple Lock Rule
The DWP is urged to change the state pension triple lock rule as costs balloon. Experts say there is no reason to delay reform.
DWP Ending 6 Benefits From July: Claimants Contacted
The DWP is ending six legacy benefits under managed migration, replacing them with Universal Credit. Claimants on Child Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, and more will be contacted.
Fuel Duty Freeze Confirmed: £120 Saved for Average Driver
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces fuel duty freeze extension, saving average driver £120 over two years, and a 12-month vehicle tax holiday for hauliers.
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Labour Bureaucrats 'Controlled' Birmingham Party for Three Years
Insiders claim unelected Labour bureaucrats controlled Birmingham party for three years, leading to 'catastrophic' local election losses and calls for local democracy restoration.
Lib Dem Deal with Dudley Conservatives Collapses
Dudley's Liberal Democrats missed out on a deal with the Conservatives to prop up their minority administration, leaving them frozen out of committee roles.
Alum Rock Food Court Hit With Stop Trading Notice
An outdoor food court in Alum Rock, Birmingham, has been served a Temporary Stop Notice for operating without planning permission, sparking local protests.
Reeves hits back at heckler shouting 'get Starmer out'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves responds to a heckler at a Leeds petrol station who shouted 'get Keir Starmer out' and praised Nigel Farage, telling him 'good manners' are British.
Hyndburn Planning Applications May 11-17
Hyndburn Borough Council received planning applications between May 11-17, including householder extensions, a car lift installation, listed building consent, and change of use to a SEND school.
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Outgoing Walsall Mayor: 'I'll Always Be Proud to Call Walsall Home'
Councillors paid tribute to outgoing Mayor Louise Harrison, who said serving Walsall was the greatest honour of her life and praised the town's people.
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