HMRC halts child benefit for thousands in data error
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.
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PM pledges to claw back asylum hotel excess profits
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to recover millions in 'excess profits' made by asylum hotel contractors, following a BirminghamLive investigation into a Sutton Coldfield hotel. Read the full story.
HMRC told to act on flawed Child Benefit suspensions
MP demands immediate government action as 23,500 families wrongly lose Child Benefit due to flawed travel data. Read the full investigation into this benefits system failure.
All UK state pensioners to pay income tax
For the first time in history, all full state pensioners will pay income tax as the pension overtakes the frozen personal allowance. Discover the impact of this historic change.
HMRC Child Benefit flaw stops payments for families
A system designed to combat fraud has mistakenly stopped Child Benefit for hundreds of families in Northern Ireland who travelled via Dublin Airport. HMRC apologises and is working to reinstate claims.
DWP saves £4.4m with AI fraud detection
The DWP has saved £4.4 million using machine learning to tackle benefit fraud, but the NAO warns outdated IT systems are a major limitation. Discover the full report.
DWP £10 Christmas Bonus: Eligibility and Payment Date
The DWP is paying a £10 Christmas Bonus to eligible benefits claimants in December 2025. Find out if you qualify and how to claim this tax-free payment.
Petition: Scrap Basic State Pension for New Rate
A parliamentary petition urges the DWP to abolish the Basic State Pension and pay the higher New State Pension rate to all pensioners, bridging a £53.80 weekly gap.
Bristol Council Hides Bottle Yard Studios' Finances
Bristol City Council denies FOI request on Bottle Yard Studios' profitability, citing excessive officer time. Discover why financial transparency remains elusive for this key cultural asset.
DWP: Five benefits not eligible for Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP confirms £300 Winter Fuel Payments for millions, but warns those on five key benefits are not eligible. Check the new rules now.
DWP: 24 million warned innocent mistakes are fraud
The DWP warns 24 million benefit claimants that failing to report life changes is considered fraud. Learn what changes you must declare to avoid penalties.
TV Licence fee rising to £181 amid BBC crisis
UK households face a £7 TV Licence fee increase to £181 this April. This comes as the BBC faces a major scandal and a legal threat from Donald Trump. Discover the full story.
Five groups excluded from Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP has confirmed five groups who will not receive the £200-£300 Winter Fuel Payment. Find out if you are affected and what support may be available.
Birmingham Council's 'Green' Union Rating Sparks Row
Birmingham City Council rates its industrial relations as 'green' despite ongoing bins strike. Opposition leader brands the assessment 'delusional' in heated council clash.
10 DWP benefits set for April 2026 increase
Universal Credit, PIP and other key DWP benefits are set for a significant rise in April 2026 following the latest inflation figures. Find out how much more you could receive.
Dudley Council CCTV snooping scandal investigation
Dudley Council faces union pressure over CCTV recordings capturing staff conversations. UNISON demands answers as investigation continues into data breach allegations.
Birmingham Labour loses key vote after resignations
Birmingham Council's ruling Labour group loses a dramatic vote following defections and the bins strike crisis. Union claims leadership has 'lost grip on power'. Read the full analysis.
16 Councils End Council Tax for Terminally Ill
Marie Curie urges all English councils to follow 16 authorities exempting terminally ill residents from council tax, offering crucial financial relief during end-of-life care.
£150 winter energy payment for 6 million people
Six million households in Great Britain are receiving a £150 Warm Home Discount on energy bills this winter. Check if you're eligible and how the payment is applied.
HMRC wrongly flags thousands in Child Benefit probe
A Guardian investigation reveals HMRC's anti-fraud trial incorrectly suspected 46% of families of emigrating. Discover the impact and government response.
DWP £10 Christmas Bonus for millions next month
Millions on 24 DWP benefits will receive a £10 Christmas Bonus next month under a 1972 rule. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.
Free £190 Supermarket Vouchers for UK Households
North Yorkshire Council is distributing £190 vouchers for nine supermarkets via the Household Support Fund. Claim your essential food support before the 12 November deadline.
Andrew's Champagne Delivery Amid Royal Eviction
As the Duke of York faces eviction from Royal Lodge, a delivery of champagne arrives. Discover the latest on the title stripping and the couple's separate futures.
Staffordshire Council backs east-west split plan
Reform UK-led Staffordshire County Council votes for east-west local government reorganisation, claiming it 'stacks up better' than north-south alternatives. Decision due by November 28.
Prince Andrew's demands for Royal Lodge exit
The Duke of York has issued a list of demands before vacating Royal Lodge, including staff requests and teddy bear relocation. Read the latest developments.
One Worcestershire Plan Could Save Millions
New figures reveal a single unitary council for Worcestershire could save £32m by year three. Discover the debate shaping local government reform.
Benefits cheat avoids jail after £40k DWP scam
Susan Pearson from Wigan fraudulently claimed £40,000 in Universal Credit while holidaying abroad. Discover how she avoided prison and the DWP's response.
430,000 could have council tax cut to £0
Marie Curie urges councils to exempt terminally ill people from council tax, with 430,000 potentially benefiting. A vital financial relief for families in crisis.
DWP boss faked illness to steal £45k in sick pay
A DWP policy advisor falsely claimed malaria to pocket £45,000 in sick pay while travelling the world. He avoided jail due to his wife's poor health. Read the full story.
West Midlands Council Tax Crisis: 10,000+ Face Legal Action
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of West Midlands households in council tax arrears, with mounting debt crisis hitting vulnerable families hardest. Discover the human impact and support available.
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