State Pension Age May Hit 75 as Birth Rates Fall
A new report from the Centre for Social Justice urges the Labour government to address declining birth rates to prevent the state pension age from rising substantially to 75 by 2039.
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Starmer Announces Support for Households Amid Energy Crisis
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will hold a press conference on Monday to announce tens of millions in support for 1.7 million households affected by rising energy bills driven by Middle East conflicts.
HMRC Child Benefit Block: 24,000 Cases Under NAO Investigation
The National Audit Office launches an inquiry into HMRC's anti-fraud system that incorrectly suspended child benefit payments for thousands of families using faulty travel data.
Council Tax Loophole: 1993 Freeze Favors Large Property Owners
Walsall Council reveals a council tax loophole where properties expanded since 1993 pay lower rates, as bills rise by 4.99% for 2026/27. Councillors call for reform to address unfairness in the system.
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PIP Assessment Changes from April Risk One Million Claimants
The Labour government is increasing face-to-face PIP assessments from 6% to 30% starting April, potentially affecting over one million claimants as part of a £1.9 billion savings plan.
HMRC to Dock State Pensions £34 Monthly Over Fuel Payment
State pensioners face £34 monthly deductions from HMRC if they don't opt out of Winter Fuel Payment by April 1, with experts warning of double repayments for high earners.
Dudley Council's £7m Sick Pay Bill Amid Burnout Claims
Dudley Council faces a £6.9m cost for staff sick days, with mental health issues and work-related stress cited as leading causes. Councillors debate the impact of budget cuts on employee wellbeing.
Home Office U-Turn on Passport Rule for EU Dual Nationals
The Home Office has reversed a controversial rule requiring dual nationals with EU settlement status to present a British passport for UK entry, following backlash from affected citizens.
Conservatives Decide Fate of Reform UK Council Leader
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch faces a crucial no-confidence vote, with nine Conservative councillors positioned as kingmakers in a tense political showdown.
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Benefits Protected for 13,000 Irish Mother and Baby Home Survivors
The Labour government has announced that survivors of Ireland's mother and baby homes living in Britain will not have their DWP benefits cut if they accept compensation payments from Dublin.
DWP State Pension Age Increase to 67 Begins
The Department for Work and Pensions is raising the state pension age from 66 to 67, a change first announced in 2011. The transition will complete by early 2028, affecting retirement plans and potentially increasing income poverty rates among affected gr
Birmingham Councillor: Women Silenced in Politics
Councillor Shabina Bano speaks out about male dominance and challenges faced by women in Birmingham politics, urging more female voices and representation.
Black Sabbath Pub Future Could Shape Birmingham Election
The fate of The Crown pub, where Black Sabbath first performed, has become a key cultural issue ahead of Birmingham's all-out council elections in May, with political parties outlining their plans.
DWP Crackdown on Pension Credit Overpayments Begins
Labour minister Andrew Western warns of DWP action targeting state pensioners receiving Pension Credit, with £610 million in overpayments reported last year.
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DWP Crackdown: 6,000 Agents Review Benefit Claims
The Department for Work and Pensions is expanding its Targeted Case Review, with 6,000 agents examining nearly one million cases. Experts warn of risks to vulnerable claimants despite £1 billion in savings.
State Pensioners May Get Triple Lock 'Double Boost'
An inflation spike triggered by the Middle East crisis could lead to a Triple Lock 'double boost' for state pensioners, potentially giving them two years of increases according to DWP rules.
Universal Credit Savings Bonus: Up to £1,200 Available
Millions on Universal Credit can receive up to £1,200 in bonus payments through the Help to Save scheme, offering a 50p government top-up for every £1 saved over four years.
DWP Changes Payment Dates for 8 Benefits in April
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms payment date adjustments for eight benefits including Universal Credit and State Pension during Easter bank holidays.
Hyndburn Mourns Marlene Haworth, Celebrates Community
The community reflects on the legacy of former councillor Marlene Haworth, while engaging in charity walks, school events, and a mayoral charity ball to support local causes.
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Tory Chairman: Reform UK Could Influence Dudley Election
Conservative Party chairman Kevin Hollinrake expresses concern that Reform UK could split the vote in Dudley's local elections, potentially impacting the council's balance of power.
Passport Office Urges Parents to Renew Child Passports
HM Passport Office issues a £74 warning to parents, urging them to renew children's passports early for 2026 travel. Online applications cost £61.50, with processing taking three weeks.
DWP Can Now Suspend Licenses for Benefit Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions has been granted controversial new powers to suspend driving licenses and access bank accounts of individuals on Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit as part of a benefit fraud crackdown.
Martin Lewis: Council Tax Slashed to £0 for Certain Conditions
Financial expert Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment discount, allowing eligible individuals with conditions like dementia to reduce council tax bills significantly, with one case securing a £6,000 refund.
Reeves Under Pressure Over Fuel Duty Hike Amid Middle East Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to scrap a planned fuel duty increase in September as Middle East tensions drive up petrol prices, with millions of households at risk of higher costs.
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BBC TV Licence Refunds: £174 Payouts Within 21 Days
UK households paying the BBC TV Licence fee can claim refunds of £174.50 ahead of the April price hike to £180. Seven valid reasons for refunds include equipment no longer in use, duplicate licences, or the death of a licence holder.
Unite Cuts Labour Funding by £580k on Strike Anniversary
The Unite union has voted to reduce its Labour Party affiliation fees by 40% (£580,000) exactly one year after Birmingham's bin strikes began, citing anger over the party's treatment of city refuse workers.
State Pensioners Face £12,570 Tax Warning
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms tax thresholds remain frozen, pushing 600,000 pensioners into income tax by 2026-27, with numbers expected to rise to one million.
Council Tax Freeze Call on Birmingham Bin Strike Anniversary
A pressure group demands Birmingham City Council freeze council tax to compensate residents for a year of bin strike disruption, as industrial action continues with no resolution in sight.
Mandelson Files Published Today by Starmer
Prime Minister Keir Starmer publishes initial documents on Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to Washington, amid vetting questions and Epstein links.
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Birmingham Bins Strike: One Year On, No End in Sight
The Birmingham bins strike has reached a grim one-year milestone, with ongoing industrial action causing widespread disruption. Council leader John Cotton cites decades of service failures, while Unite union disputes pay cuts. The strike's future remains
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