FCA in Court Over £9.1bn Car Finance Compensation
Consumer Voice is taking the FCA to court over its £9.1bn compensation scheme for car finance victims, claiming it shortchanges consumers and delays payouts.
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Drink Tsar Objects to Longer Alcohol Sales in Solihull
A public health official urges Solihull councillors to block a convenience shop's bid to sell alcohol from 6.30am, citing high addiction rates and safety risks.
DWP Claimants Face £500 Fines on Spain Holidays
UK tourists receiving PIP or DLA benefits are being warned of on-the-spot fines up to €1,000 for mobility scooter misuse in Tenerife and Benidorm this summer.
Pensioners Born Before 1960 'Scapegoated' in Welfare Cost Row
Financial columnist Matthew Lynn defends retirees as calls grow to scrap the Triple Lock, arguing pensioners are unfairly blamed for ballooning welfare costs while COVID spending remains the larger issue.
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State Pension Triple Lock Under Threat as Costs Soar
Personal finance experts warn the state pension triple lock, a key benefit for retirees, could be scrapped due to its escalating £15.5bn annual cost by 2030, sparking political debate.
DWP Early Benefit Payments for May Bank Holidays
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pension and benefit payments will be paid early for May bank holidays, following recent April increases.
Royal Mail Changes Second-Class Post from May
Royal Mail unveils two significant changes to second-class mail delivery starting next month, part of a £500 million plan to improve service reliability and tackle delays across the UK.
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Political Centre Lost, Voters Drawn to Disruptive Voices
The political centre ground has become an empty space, losing its meaning as voters disengage from mainstream parties. People are increasingly drawn to voices that promise disruption and authenticity, feeling unheard by cautious, jargon-filled politics.
Walsall Parties State Positions on Leather Museum Plan
All seven political groups contesting Walsall's local elections have declared their positions on the controversial Leather Museum relocation plan, with most opposing the move amid community backlash.
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Dudley councillors call two-year report delay 'unacceptable'
Dudley councillors have expressed frustration over a two-year delay in receiving an external audit report on the failed sale of a former leisure centre, calling it unacceptable.
Trump Threatens Iran Strikes as Ceasefire Deadline Nears
Donald Trump warns of renewed military action against Iran if talks fail, with the US military 'raring to go' as a two-week ceasefire approaches its end.
Home Bargains Developer Wins Approval for 250+ Liverpool Homes
Davos Property Developments, the property arm of Home Bargains, secures planning permission for over 250 new homes on two stalled sites in Liverpool's city centre, including a 13-storey tower near the Baltic Triangle.
Derelict Birkenhead Site to Become Shops and Flat
A derelict site near Birkenhead North station is proposed for redevelopment into two commercial units and a residential flat, aiming to boost local economic vitality and improve the area's appearance.
Farage Promises 'Fresh Start' for Sandwell with Reform
Reform leader Nigel Farage pledges a 'fresh start and new faces' if his party wins Sandwell council, aiming to end Labour's 50-year grip, but offers few specific policies.
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Petition: Raise Tax-Free Allowance to £18,000 Due to Fiscal Drag
A parliamentary petition calling for HMRC to increase the personal tax allowance from £12,570 to £18,000 has gained 7,000 signatures, urging the Labour government to address fiscal drag issues.
MP Delayed by Ambassador Security Scandal, Then Visits Constituency
An MP's Friday constituency visits were delayed due to media interviews about a sacked US ambassador's security vetting failure. Afterward, the MP met local charities, a football club, and residents concerned about lorry traffic.
Labour Urged to Introduce April Bank Holiday for England
The Labour government is under pressure to create an extra bank holiday on St George's Day in April, with petitions arguing it would boost the economy and celebrate English cultural identity.
£9,000 Boiler Upgrade Grants for UK Households
The UK government announces increased Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants to £9,000 for oil and LPG heated properties, targeting rural areas and small businesses to reduce energy costs.
Farage Defends 'Enemy Within' Comment on Civil Servant
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage refuses to apologise for calling top civil servant Olly Robbins 'the enemy within' in 2018, while praising his professionalism amid the Peter Mandelson security vetting row.
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DWP Bank Checks for 1.4 Million Pensioners
New DWP powers under the Fraud, Error and Recovery Act 2025 will allow bank account checks for 1.4 million Pension Credit claimants, alongside Universal Credit and ESA recipients.
King Charles Shares Queen Elizabeth's Views on Today's World
King Charles III has revealed that Queen Elizabeth II would have been deeply troubled by current global affairs, while urging unity for peace and justice in a heartfelt tribute on her 100th birthday anniversary.
Walsall Rooftop Food Court Recommended for Refusal
Planners recommend refusing retrospective application for unauthorised food court on Asda car park roof, citing safety risks and multiple objections from authorities and residents.
Dudley Greens Focus on Community in Election Campaign
Dudley's Green Party fields 24 candidates in local elections, emphasizing community cooperation and realistic goals while aiming for gains in Norton ward.
DWP to Give Pensioners Three-Month Backpayment in May
The Department for Work and Pensions is set to issue state pensioners backpayments of around £780 in May, equivalent to three months of Pension Credit. This financial boost could provide up to £4,300 annually for eligible retirees.
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Council Tax Cut to £0 for Pensioners After Pension Credit Claim
Retirees are saving thousands annually as council tax bills drop from £2,500 to £0 following successful Pension Credit applications, with additional benefits like free TV licenses and discounts.
DWP Raises State Pension Age to 67 Amid Future Uncertainty
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the state pension age will rise from 66 to 67, a change experts anticipated but warn creates long-term challenges for workers and employers.
Developer Warned Over Birmingham's Historic Electric Cinema
Property developer Glenbrook faces urgent calls from city leaders to act on the deteriorating condition of the UK's oldest working cinema, the Electric Cinema in Birmingham, which has been closed since 2024.
AI Overhaul Sparks US Data Access Fears in Gloucestershire
A £3.4m AI modernisation plan by Gloucestershire County Council faces scrutiny over potential US government access to residents' personal data under American laws like the Cloud Act.
Hyndburn Council Registers New Planning Applications (20.04.2026)
Hyndburn Borough Council has received several planning applications, including a major proposal for 91 dwellings in Altham and commercial developments in Church and Great Harwood.
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Birmingham's May Election: Most Unpredictable Yet
With crucial local elections days away, Birmingham faces its most uncertain political future. The bins strike, financial crisis, and five-party battle make forecasting impossible.
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