The DWP has issued a crucial warning that transitional protection payments for people moving to Universal Credit can be reduced or stopped entirely due to specific life changes or missed deadlines. This safety net is designed to prevent benefit loss durin
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested by Thames Valley Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, with officers seen at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate.
A man in his sixties from Norfolk, identified as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, with police conducting searches in Berkshire and Norfolk.
The BBC reports Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office at Sandringham Estate, coinciding with his 66th birthday and ongoing Epstein files investigations.
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Rachel Reeves announces new Warm Homes Plan targeting households earning under £36,000 with insulation upgrades and renewable energy support to reduce energy costs significantly.
UK households are on alert for new £25 Cold Weather Payments from Thursday, with low-income families potentially receiving extra cash to help with heating costs during the Arctic blast.
The Liberal Democrats are urging the government to implement a grace period for new British passport requirements affecting dual nationals starting next Wednesday, warning of chaos and stranded travelers.
Nigel Farage says the state pension triple lock remains 'open for debate' despite his Treasury spokesperson's support, raising concerns about retirement security amid rising costs.
Trafford Council is selling off numerous assets, including Altrincham Town Hall and a former library, to raise around £10 million for its capital fund amid financial struggles.
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BBC Question Time is coming to Birmingham on Thursday, February 26, 2026, seeking local audience members of all backgrounds and political views to participate in the live political discussion show.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has broken his silence, explaining the government's reversal on cancelling May local elections following a Reform UK legal challenge and new legal advice.
Official data reveals over 356,000 claimants had benefits terminated for ignoring migration letters to switch from legacy benefits to Universal Credit, with deadlines strictly enforced.
MPs from the Public Accounts Committee urge the Department for Work and Pensions to focus on reducing official errors, not just claimant fraud, amid billions in losses.
Birmingham MP Jess Phillips addresses allegations of a 'boys club' culture within Downing Street, highlighting systemic sexism and power imbalances in male-dominated political environments.
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Birmingham City Council's Labour group faces a tense Budget vote on Tuesday with a suddenly reduced majority. Plans include taxiing unwell councillors to ensure attendance as commissioners monitor the situation closely.
Liberal Democrat MP Lisa Smart demands legal reforms to ministerial conduct and public appointments following controversial diplomatic postings, warning that trust in democracy is eroding.
The DWP has confirmed new state pension rates for 2026/27, with payments rising by up to £575 annually. Higher amounts will appear in bank accounts from early April under the triple lock system.
The Department for Work and Pensions has scrapped Cold Weather Payments for over a million households, replacing them with new Winter Heating Payments in Scotland. More than 1,009,000 Pension Age Winter Heating Payments have already been issued.
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced automatic Cold Weather Payments for Pension Credit claimants when temperatures drop below zero for seven consecutive days.
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The Department for Work and Pensions is extending its targeted case reviews to Pension Credit, aiming to save £500 million by 2029, following success with Universal Credit.
The Department for Work and Pensions has distributed over £35 million in Cold Weather Payments to nearly 1.5 million households across 802 UK postcodes since November 2025, providing crucial support during freezing temperatures.
The Department for Work and Pensions is doubling Cold Weather Payments to £50 for eligible residents in 31 postcodes, with automatic payments to those on six key benefits.
Millions of retirees could see their state pension payments reduced by up to £33 monthly as the DWP implements a Winter Fuel Payment clawback scheme for higher-income pensioners.
Exeter City Council has approved its members' allowances for the 2026/27 financial year, based on recommendations from the Independent Remuneration Panel. The scheme, effective from April 1, 2026, includes basic and special responsibility allowances, with
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HMRC is recruiting 1,000 valuation agents to implement Labour's new mansion tax, targeting up to 200,000 properties valued at £1.5 million or more with a council tax surcharge.
Campaigners argue new British border rules for dual nationals disproportionately affect women, especially in Spain and Greece, due to surname discrepancies.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves asserts Labour's support for Birmingham, highlighting investments in transport and youth activities while addressing the bins strike and council financial crisis ahead of May's local elections.
The Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled two new cash payments under the Crisis and Resilience Fund, providing £1 billion annually to councils for three years to support households in crisis and with housing costs.
Councillor Jamie Tennant resigns from Birmingham City Council cabinet role citing ill-health, while denying wrongdoing over complaints about language and conduct.
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The Labour government faces calls to abolish the BBC TV licence fee as it rises to £180 in April, with campaigners arguing for a voluntary funding model to bring the broadcaster into the 21st century.
