West Midlands Court Backlog Soars 88% in Justice Crisis
West Midlands crown court backlog rises 88% since 2016, creating a postcode lottery for justice. Victims and accused face years of delays.
Category : Politics
Perryfields Academy Demolition Decision Upcoming
Major plans to demolish and replace Perryfields Academy in Oldbury will be decided on June 10. The Department for Education proposes a new three-storey building and sports fields.
Tapo Outdoor Security Camera: Wireless Home Protection
Discover the Tapo wireless outdoor security camera with 2K resolution, night vision, and smart detection. Easy DIY installation and weatherproof design.
20 Councils Charge EV Owners Without Driveways More
Residents without driveways in 20 UK council areas, including Staffordshire, face higher electric vehicle charging costs due to bans on pavement charging solutions.
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Free TV Licences for Pensioners: DCMS Responds Before July Deadline
The DCMS has responded to a petition for free TV licences for all state pensioners, with a July 21 deadline looming. The petition has 26,000 signatures, needing 100,000.
Rachel Reeves Plans 22% Tax on ISA Savings Interest
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a 22% charge on interest from cash held in stocks and shares ISAs from April 2025, sparking warnings of a damaging impact on savers.
Halifax Responds to Amazon Payment Blocks
Halifax issues update after customers report blocked payments on Amazon. The bank explains security blocks and how to resolve the issue.
Streeting: Starmer Has No Plan and Doesn't Understand UK
Wes Streeting criticizes PM Keir Starmer for lacking a plan and understanding of the country, as Labour faces an existential crisis and a potential leadership challenge.
Aston Villa Transfer Domino Outlined Amid Gibbs-White Interest
Aston Villa are reportedly monitoring Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White as a potential replacement for Morgan Rogers, who is attracting interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.
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HMRC Confirms £60k-£80k Earnings Rule for Child Benefit
HMRC has confirmed a £60,000 to £80,000 earnings rule for the High Income Child Benefit Charge, affecting parents claiming Child Benefit with incomes over £60,000.
How Storms Get Their Names: Met Office Process Explained
Discover how storms like Storm Dave and Eddie are named. The Met Office explains the careful process behind naming storms to improve safety and communication.
Birmingham Labour councillor 'goes rogue' over coalition
Councillor Majid Mahmood has publicly criticised Labour's decision to reject coalition talks, potentially facing suspension. He argues the party let down 91,000 voters.
DWP confirms PIP and ESA assessment update with 'undertaking'
New 'Right to Try' regulations protect PIP and ESA claimants from benefit reassessment when starting work. Minister Sir Stephen Timms confirms the undertaking.
Birmingham Green leader vows coalition stability
Birmingham Green councillor Julien Pritchard says his party is proud to serve the city as part of a new coalition administration with Lib Dems and independents.
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New Leader Declared at Historic Birmingham Council Meeting
Birmingham City Council elects Lib Dem Roger Harmer as leader, forming a minority coalition with Greens and independents. Key moments include bin strike priorities, Tory solutions, Reform attacks, and Green collaboration.
Reform UK leader demands 'white lives matter too' statement
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch urges chief executive to issue statement saying white lives matter too, referencing Henry Nowak murder and police response.
HMRC Urges Early Self Assessment Filing to Avoid Penalties
HMRC is urging UK households to submit Self Assessment tax returns early for peace of mind, warning that late filing will result in penalties.
Reform and Labour Furious Over Council Job 'Grubby Deal'
Reform and Labour leaders slam Birmingham City Council's new coalition for giving all scrutiny chair roles to Conservatives in a pre-arranged deal, calling it a democratic failure.
Ex-Reform UK Deputy Leader Called Assistants 'Waste'
Former Warwickshire Reform UK deputy leader Stephen Shaw privately branded taxpayer-funded political assistants 'a waste of money' months after his party introduced them.
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Roger Harmer Elected Birmingham Council Leader in Coalition
Birmingham City Council has a new leader. Liberal Democrat Roger Harmer heads a minority coalition with Greens and Independents, vowing to end the bin strike first.
Colmore Row Pavement Restoration Underway After Public Outcry
Luxury paving stones on Birmingham's Colmore Row are being restored after National Grid works left tarmac patches, following campaigner pressure and media intervention.
Lib Dem Roger Harmer Elected Birmingham Council Leader
Liberal Democrat Roger Harmer has been chosen as the new leader of Birmingham City Council, ending weeks of uncertainty after the local elections resulted in a hung council.
Five Key Tasks for New Director of Football After Gardner Exit
Birmingham City need a new Director of Football after Craig Gardner's departure. Here are five critical areas the new appointee must address to improve the club's on-field performance.
Birmingham Council Vote: New Leader Chosen Tonight
Birmingham City Council's 101 councillors meet tonight to select a new leader, with a left-leaning coalition expected to form a minority administration.
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32 Flats Approved in Blackpool's Iconic Woolworths Building
Plans for 32 apartments in Blackpool's historic former Woolworths building have been approved, adding to existing flats and preserving the Art Deco landmark.
Treasury Update: New Tax Policy for State Pension
HM Treasury provides an update on new tax policy to exempt state pension-only recipients from income tax, as triple lock rises push more pensioners into tax.
Rossendale Planning Applications June 5
Rossendale Borough Council received planning applications including extensions, conversions, and new homes up to June 5. Key projects include Sunnyside Rest Home and Reddish Hill Farm.
Birmingham Council and Labour Clash Over Bins Strike Deal
Birmingham City Council and Labour dispute over a non-existent bins strike deal, with claims and counterclaims over negotiations and service continuity.
David Gardner Becomes Mayor of Royal Greenwich for 2026-27
Councillor David Gardner, a Charlton resident for over 30 years, has been sworn in as Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich for 2026-27, pledging to celebrate community strength and support volunteers.
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Petition Wants BBC TV Licence Renamed 'Subscription'
A petition on the Parliamentary website urges the government to rename the BBC TV licence a 'subscription' to clarify that payment is voluntary for those not watching BBC or live TV.
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