DWP Basic State Pensioners Get £1,480 in June
Basic state pensioners on DWP payments could receive two payments in June, with the weekly rate rising 4.8% to £184.90, equating to £1,480 monthly.
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DWP to Pay State Pensioners Born After 1953 £1,930 in June
State pensioners born after 1953 could receive £1,930 in June due to five Mondays. The full state pension rises to £241.30 weekly from April 2026.
UK households face £70 weekly charge after HMRC rule
HMRC confirms £70 weekly penalties for late tax returns. Learn about daily fines, interest charges, and debt collection procedures for UK households.
Man Jailed for Biting Ear in Takeaway Attack Faces Deportation
Sharhad Rahmani bit part of Shamal Abdullah's ear off at Spices takeaway in Birmingham. He was jailed for three years and seven months and now faces deportation.
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IOPC Probes West Midlands Police Over Solihull Crash
The police watchdog has launched an investigation after a man was seriously injured in a crash involving a West Midlands Police car pursuing a suspected stolen vehicle in Solihull.
Early Morning Construction Noise: Know Your Rights
Learn about local restrictions on early morning construction noise, typical permitted hours, and how to file complaints if neighbors disrupt your peace.
DWP Warns 1.4 Million Retirees Over State Pension Risk
The DWP has warned 1.4 million retirees that failing to report overseas holidays could lead to losing their Pension Credit. Full list of changes to report included.
EU Fines Temu €200M for Illegal Product Sales
The European Commission fined Temu €200 million for failing to stop illegal products on its platform, including unsafe baby toys and electronics. Temu disagrees and may appeal.
Martin Lewis warns UC claimants over confusing DWP rule
Martin Lewis warns Universal Credit claimants about a confusing new DWP rule that could lead to fines for those unaware they no longer qualify for free prescriptions and dental care.
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Morrisons Recalls Cashews Over Glass Risk
Morrisons has withdrawn Savers Cashews 125g packs due to potential glass fragments. Customers urged to return product for full refund; no receipt needed.
70 Firefighters Battle Blaze at Kosher Kingdom Supermarket
Around 70 firefighters and ten engines are tackling a fire at Kosher Kingdom supermarket in Golders Green, London. Smoke is billowing, and road closures are in place.
Solihull man charged with murder after Lichfield bar attack
Billy Allison, 36, from Solihull, has been charged with murder and grievous bodily harm after an assault at Ricco and Loren bar in Lichfield left one man dead.
Nationwide Five-Day Warning on New Account Access
Nationwide warns customers that new accounts can take up to five working days to appear online, amid branch expansion plans.
Nationwide Reaffirms Branch Commitment Amid UK Closures
Nationwide Building Society reassures customers it will keep all 696 branches open until at least 2030, as UK banks face a wave of closures with 228 branches set to shut in 2026.
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DVLA Warns: Mistake Could See Cars Crushed or Clamped
The DVLA warns drivers that failing to tax, insure, or notify them of vehicle sale could lead to fines, clamping, or crushing of cars. Appeals require proof.
HMRC Contacts State Pensioners Over £33 Monthly Repayments
HMRC is contacting households whose income exceeded £35,000 after receiving Winter Fuel Payments. Repayments of £100 to £300 will be collected via tax code changes, averaging £33 a month.
DVSA New Driving Rule from June 9: Key Changes for Learners
From June 9, the DVSA introduces a new driving rule limiting test rescheduling to the original centre or three nearest. Aimed at reducing 22-week backlog.
Wolverhampton Council Leader Allowance Rises by £1,100
The leader of City of Wolverhampton Council will receive an extra £33,500 in special responsibility allowance, while the opposition leader's allowance increases to £15,000.
DWP Benefits Paid Early for May Bank Holiday
DWP confirms Universal Credit, PIP, Attendance Allowance and other benefits due on Monday May 25 will be paid early on Friday May 22 due to the Spring Bank Holiday.
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Lloyds Bank Warns Over Replacement Card Rule
Lloyds Bank clarifies its policy on automatic card replacements after a customer complained about the lack of an option to request a new card before expiry.
DWP New Powers to Check Benefit Claimants' Bank Accounts
DWP gains controversial powers to check bank accounts of Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants to crack down on benefit fraud, sparking privacy concerns.
Rachel Reeves confirms £17 monthly cut for some pensioners
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms HMRC will reclaim Winter Fuel Payments from wealthier pensioners, reducing state pensions by £17 per month for over-65s with incomes above £35,000.
New DVSA Driving Test Rule in Force But Expert Warns
The DVSA's new rule from May 12 restricts driving test bookings to learners only to combat block-booking and reselling. An expert says it fails to address the shortage.
HMRC to Claw Back £300 from State Pensioners
HMRC will reclaim up to £300 Winter Fuel Payment from pensioners earning over £35,000 by adjusting tax codes, resulting in higher monthly tax.
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Birmingham Council nets £150k in quick land sales
Birmingham City Council raised over £150,000 by selling plots in Sutton Coldfield, Sheldon, and Alum Rock at auction, boosting authority funds.
Supermarket Fined £50k for Pest Infestations
Azad Supermarket on Stratford Road was fined £50,000 after environmental health inspectors found mice, rats, and cockroaches on four separate visits, posing a public health risk.
Three Arrested in Birmingham Raid Over £10k Illegal Goods
Three people were arrested in Birmingham after £10,000 worth of illegal goods including cigarettes, vapes, and nitrous oxide were seized during Operation Stance raids.
Walsall Shop Raids Seize £20k Illegal Cigarettes
Police and trading standards officers seized over 26,000 illegal cigarettes worth more than £20,000 from three Walsall shops in a joint operation targeting organised crime.
DWP Early Payments for Bank Holiday Weekend
Some PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance claimants receive unexpected DWP payments due to early scheduling before the May 25 bank holiday. State pension and UC also affected.
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DWP Lists Six Benefits Under Review in Fraud Warning
The DWP has confirmed six benefits under review as part of a fraud and error crackdown, warning of ongoing checks. Universal Credit, state pension, and PIP are among those scrutinized.
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