Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies how the scrapping of the two-child benefit limit in the Autumn Budget will affect UK households. Find out what changes and what it means for your family finances.
A Birmingham City Council bin worker was forced to resign after being secretly filmed working as a pub bouncer while claiming a work injury left him in a wheelchair.
Exclusive: DWP refers 852 unpaid carers for criminal prosecution over honest mistakes in Carer's Allowance scandal. Read the shocking findings.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to deliver Autumn Budget amid speculation of a Personal Tax Allowance hike for state pensioners. Will the triple lock push pensioners into a tax bill?
Fact-checkers confirm the DWP Christmas Bonus remains £10 for 2025, debunking false social media claims of a £200 increase. Learn the facts and how to verify benefit information.
The Labour government has broken its silence to confirm the state pension Triple Lock is secure. Pat McFadden pledges commitment, projecting a £1,900 annual rise. Read the full details.
Calls grow for West Midlands Police Chief Constable to resign amid claims of fabricated intelligence used to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Home Office orders review.
Plans to merge Balsall and Berkswell Parish Councils are progressing to a second consultation. Despite 80% of respondents backing the move, concerns remain over low public engagement and the proposed number of councillors.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the controversial two-child benefit cap, giving Universal Credit claimants up to £586 extra per month. Find out how this affects you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in her Budget, giving families on Universal Credit an extra £292.81 per month. Find out how this change affects you.
Claimants of five key DWP benefits may be eligible for a council tax reduction. Check with your local council now to see if you can lower your payments.
Prince Andrew seen riding after losing titles. Royal expert reveals William and Kate's 'kind response' and sense of duty, despite the ongoing feud. Read the full story.
Royal experts say Prince Harry needs direct communication with his family to heal the rift with Prince William after recent diary clashes caused tension. Discover the latest developments.
Buckingham Palace aides express major concerns as Sarah Ferguson considers a tell-all TV interview following the loss of her Duchess of York title. Discover the potential fallout.
Spot 'DWP XB' on your December bank statement? It's the tax-free £10 Christmas Bonus. Find out if you're eligible and what you need to know about the payment.
A woman who booked a flight but never flew had her Child Benefit stopped. HMRC faces a data protection probe over 23,500 similar cases. Discover the fallout.
Striking Birmingham bin workers hold rally in Alum Rock fly-tipping hotspot with overwhelming community support. Strike costs council £14 million. Read the latest.
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
Struggling UK households could receive a £500 payment from the Household Support Fund. Check if you're eligible and apply before the 31 March 2026 deadline.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns that every state pensioner will become a taxpayer by 2027 unless the government grants an exemption. Discover the full impact of frozen tax thresholds.
High Court judge declares Staffordshire Police Commissioner's decision to hire temporary chief constable unlawful following legal challenge. Read the full ruling details.
Solihull councillors receive a conduct reminder after public complaints, though grievances have fallen for the third consecutive year. Read the latest report details.
As the Met Office issues cold weather alerts, discover if you're eligible for the DWP's £25 Cold Weather Payment to help with rising energy bills. Check your status now.
As temperatures plummet, eligible UK households could receive a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Check your bank account and see if you qualify for this vital support.
A think tank proposes replacing the state pension Triple Lock to save billions and redirect funds to youth services. Could this reshape the UK's intergenerational contract?
Prince Andrew has reportedly made a shocking demand of his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson as they prepare to leave their home of 20 years. Discover the details of their strained relationship.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
Two women convicted of stealing £86,504 in benefits fraud. Discover how the DWP's new zero-tolerance approach is naming and shaming scammers.
Chelmsford's Christmas lights switch-on brought festive cheer as local MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy week covering healthcare, SEND support, and community safety.
Thousands of UK parents had child benefit payments wrongly stopped after HMRC used faulty Home Office travel data. Read the full story on the costly error and its impact.