Cold Weather Payments increased to £50 for 18 UK postcodes
The DWP has triggered £50 Cold Weather Payments for 18 postcodes after the UK's coldest night. Check the full list to see if you're eligible for automatic support.
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Birmingham misses DWP Cold Weather Payments after snow
Birmingham households will not receive DWP's £25 Cold Weather Payment despite recent snowfall, as temperature thresholds were not met. Find out about alternative local support grants available.
Birmingham misses out on DWP Cold Weather Payments
Revealed: The specific reason Birmingham residents are not receiving the £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment, while other West Midlands areas are. Find out the strict temperature rules.
Dudley Council's £15m saving in Ladies Walk deal
Dudley Council nears a surprise deal to buy Sedgley's Ladies Walk centre, saving taxpayers an estimated £15m over 25 years. Discover the full story behind the negotiations.
Anti-Israel councillors pushed for football fan ban
Exclusive documents reveal how two councillors claimed the 'community want it stopped' in meetings that led to the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Birmingham.
Benefit fraud gang to repay just £2m of £54m stolen
A criminal gang behind Britain's largest benefit fraud, stealing £54m, has been ordered to repay just £2m. Read the shocking details of their lavish spending and the ongoing recovery efforts.
Calls to end state pension triple lock intensify
Pressure mounts on the DWP to review the costly state pension triple lock as experts warn of fairness for younger generations. Read the full analysis.
More UK Postcodes Get Cold Weather Payments
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for additional postcodes, including parts of the West Midlands, as a severe cold snap continues. Find out if your area is eligible.
WMP could lose 80 officers in 2026 funding crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall, warns PCC Simon Foster. This could push officer numbers to 600 below 2010 levels. Join the conversation.
New £200 Cost-of-Living Fund for Vulnerable Households
The Labour government announces a new three-year Crisis and Resilience Fund, launching in April 2026, to provide targeted cash support for vulnerable UK households struggling with bills.
Check now for missing DWP Christmas bonus payment
Millions on DWP benefits urged to verify receipt of £10 Christmas bonus. If missing, contact your Jobcentre Plus or Pension Service office immediately.
Claim £200 Cost of Living Payment in Portsmouth by Jan 29
Portsmouth households on low incomes can apply for a free £200 payment to help with energy and water bills. Check eligibility and apply before the January 29, 2026 deadline.
2026 Bank Holidays: England Has Fewest Days Off
The 2026 UK bank holiday dates are out. Discover why England and Wales have the fewest days off and the long summer gap causing public frustration.
Cold Weather Payments: £25 for 674,000 UK Households
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for 441 postcodes, providing £25 to vulnerable households. Find out if you're eligible and when you'll be paid.
DWP Christmas Bonus: 24 benefit groups warned to check
Recipients of 24 DWP benefits are urged to contact officials if their £10 Christmas Bonus hasn't arrived. Find out if you're eligible and what action to take.
DWP Cold Weather Payments triggered for UK households
The DWP has activated £25 Cold Weather Payments for eligible households as temperatures plummet. Find out if your postcode qualifies and how the scheme works.
£70 per child cost of living payments for Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough households with children eligible for free school meals can apply for a £70 voucher per child. The support is part of the DWP's Household Support Fund. Learn how to apply.
DWP £25 Cold Weather Payments for 441 UK Postcodes
Over 674,000 households in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will receive a £25 DWP cold weather payment. See the full list of eligible postcodes as the Met Office warns of snow and ice.
Labour warned over WASPI compensation 'tsunami'
The government risks a 'tsunami' of national outrage if it ignores calls for WASPI compensation, campaigners warn. A crucial court hearing was cancelled after a new agreement was reached.
Cold Weather Payments triggered for 441 UK postcodes
The DWP has activated Cold Weather Payments for 441 postcodes, providing £25 to an estimated 674,000 households. Check if your area is on the full list.
DWP: Household Support Fund ends March 31
The DWP warns millions of vulnerable UK households that crucial Household Support Fund payments will cease on March 31, 2026. Find out what this means for you.
Birmingham's biggest stories of 2025: January to June
A month-by-month look at the major political and community stories that shaped Birmingham in the first half of 2025, from the bin strike crisis to council bankruptcy fallout.
Benefits fraud gang to repay only £2m of £53m haul
A Bulgarian gang behind the UK's biggest benefits fraud will repay just £2m after moving millions abroad. Five were jailed for 25 years combined. Read the full story.
£200 Cost-of-Living Payments Confirmed for 2026
Low-income households can apply for £200+ payments via the extended Household Support Fund in 2026. Check eligibility and apply to your local council now.
Birmingham's 2025: Strikes, Politics & Flag Wars
A look back at Birmingham's turbulent second half of 2025, from the unresolved bin strike and political infighting to divisive flag displays and a landmark new stadium plan.
New UK passport featuring King Charles III released
The first 300 new UK passports with King Charles III's coat of arms are now in circulation. Featuring enhanced security and UK landscapes, they are hailed as the most secure ever.
£110 Cost of Living Vouchers for UK Households
Cambridgeshire households can apply for £110 supermarket vouchers under the Household Support Fund. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim before the deadline.
Two Major DWP Benefits Set for 2026 Increase
The State Pension and Universal Credit are set for significant payment boosts from April 2026, following the triple lock and inflation. Find out what it means for you.
Prince William's Plan to Streamline Royal Operations
The Prince of Wales is implementing a modernised strategy to create a 'slimmed down' monarchy, focusing on transparency and high-impact projects like Earthshot. Discover his vision for the future.
Thousands get DWP benefits early due to New Year bank holiday
Thousands on Universal Credit and other DWP benefits will receive payments on December 31 instead of January 1 due to the New Year's Day bank holiday. Find out which benefits are affected and what support is available.
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