Reform UK's Coventry Power Grab Fails
Reform UK attempted to seize control of Coventry City Council but failed as Labour's George Duggins retained the leadership with 26 votes to 19, prompting a Nigel Farage prediction.
Category : Politics
Andy Burnham Launches Makerfield Campaign with Fight Pledge
Andy Burnham launches Makerfield by-election campaign, vowing to take the fight high and push for electoral reform in the next Labour manifesto.
Walsall Shop Raids Seize £20k Illegal Cigarettes
Police and trading standards officers seized over 26,000 illegal cigarettes worth more than £20,000 from three Walsall shops in a joint operation targeting organised crime.
DWP Early Payments for Bank Holiday Weekend
Some PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance claimants receive unexpected DWP payments due to early scheduling before the May 25 bank holiday. State pension and UC also affected.
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Mike Tindall Jokes He Knew Prince Harry 'When He Was Fun'
Mike Tindall joked about Prince Harry at the Hay Festival, recalling when Harry 'was fun.' He also made quips about Prince Andrew and shared plans for a TV series.
DWP Lists Six Benefits Under Review in Fraud Warning
The DWP has confirmed six benefits under review as part of a fraud and error crackdown, warning of ongoing checks. Universal Credit, state pension, and PIP are among those scrutinized.
Wolverhampton Council Cabinet Confirmed After Reform Gains
Wolverhampton Council's Labour administration confirms cabinet positions after Reform won 11 seats in local elections, reducing the majority to four.
Rachel Reeves Confirms She Will Stay as Chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has stated she will still be in post for the next Budget, citing economic growth, reduced inflation, and cost-of-living measures under Labour.
HMRC £25,140 Tax-Free Allowance Debate June 15
A petition with 120,000 signatures calls for doubling the HMRC personal tax-free allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. Labour will debate it on June 15.
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Ofcom Ultimatum Over Royal Mail Failures
Ofcom faces a six-month ultimatum from MPs after Royal Mail delivered 126 million first-class letters late, with performance at just 74.9%.
UK Net Migration Falls to Lowest Since Pandemic
UK net migration dropped to 171,000 in 2025, halving from the previous year. Fewer non-EU arrivals and more British emigrants drove the decline, with asylum hotel use also falling.
Reeves Confirms 10p Per Mile Mileage Rate Increase
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 10p per mile increase in tax-free mileage rates for cars and vans, rising to 55p from 45p for the 2026-27 tax year.
Asylum Seekers in West Midlands Hotels Halved Since 2023
The number of asylum seekers housed in hotels in the West Midlands has dropped by more than half since December 2023, reflecting a national trend of declining net migration.
DWP Carer's Allowance £345 payment change this Friday
The DWP confirms Carer's Allowance payments of £345.80 per month will be paid early this Friday due to the Bank Holiday weekend. Claimants should check their accounts.
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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'.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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