DWP confirms difficult rule changes for 6 benefits from Wednesday
From July 1, 2026, new Motability rules affect PIP, DLA, and other benefit claimants, with changes to mileage allowances, tyre replacements, and a new VE103 admin fee.
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Prison Officer Sent Intimate Photos to Inmate
Beverley Frank, 42, pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office after sending revealing photos to an inmate at HMP Millsike, receiving a suspended sentence.
DWP Warns Pensioners of Bank Account Crackdown in Three Months
The DWP will gain new powers in October to snoop on bank accounts, make direct withdrawals, and ban driving for benefit fraud, debt, or overpayments, targeting Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and ESA claimants.
Woman in 60s found dead in Tottington water
The body of a woman in her 60s was recovered from water in Island Lodge, Tottington, Bury. Police say her death is not believed to be suspicious.
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HMRC Warns Millions to Pay Tax Before July 31
HMRC reminds millions of Self Assessment taxpayers that the second Payments on Account deadline is July 31, urging early payment via the HMRC app or payment plans.
Hundreds of violent crimes unpunished in West Midlands city
A new report reveals that hundreds of violent crimes in a West Midlands city are going unpunished, with low charge rates raising concerns about justice and public safety.
Gethin Jones Reminded of BBC Rules After Alleged Breaches
BBC Morning Live presenter Gethin Jones has been reminded of strict guidelines after allegedly wearing Clogau watches on air, violating BBC rules on commercial activities.
HMRC Sends Brown Tax Refund Letters to 4 Million
HMRC is sending brown refund letters to 4 million taxpayers starting June 1. Recipients must respond to claim average repayments of £473 or risk losing the money.
Birmingham Fly-Tipper Fined £333 for Dumping Settee
Idris Hussain, 36, fined £333 for dumping a settee bed base on Abberley Street, claiming a friend told him it was allowed. He also must pay £133 surcharge and £250 costs.
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Jealous WMP Officer Sacked for Snooping on Wife's New Boyfriend
PC Cooper was dismissed without notice after accessing confidential police systems for 40 minutes to obtain information on his estranged wife's new partner, driven by jealousy and concern for his children's safety.
HMRC Child Benefit £1,407 Payments End August 31
HMRC Child Benefit payments of up to £1,407 per year end on August 31 for teens turning 16. Parents must extend claims via GOV.UK or HMRC app if child stays in education or training.
Erdington KFC seeks 24-hour opening and late-night licence
KFC Erdington has applied to Birmingham City Council for permission to open 24 hours daily and serve late-night refreshment from 23:00 to 05:00. Consultation deadline is 14 July 2026.
HSBC UK Offers Free £220 Cash for Switching
HSBC UK launches its biggest freebie on record, giving customers £220 cash for switching to a bank account, with bonus paid within 60 days.
20 Hotels Stop Housing Asylum Seekers Including Birmingham
20 hotels across the UK, including Birmingham's Collection Hotel and Dudley's Dayz Away Lodge, have stopped housing asylum seekers, saving taxpayers over £170 million.
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New £200 Cost-of-Living Payments Start July 2026
Households can apply for new £200 cost-of-living payments from July 2026, without needing to claim benefits, via the Crisis and Resilience Fund replacing the Household Support Fund.
HMRC Boosts Side-Hustle Tax-Free Allowance to £13,570
HMRC increases the personal tax-free allowance for side hustles to £13,570, combining the £1,000 trading allowance with the £12,570 personal allowance. Earn up to £1,000 tax-free from side hustles without reporting.
Universal Credit claimants face DWP payment deductions
Nearly 50% of Universal Credit claimants have had deductions from their payments, with 3.3 million households affected. Deductions are capped at 15% of the standard allowance, but exceptions apply.
Missing Crocodile Location Unknown in Birmingham
Birmingham City Council reveals 27 complaints over illegal animal trading, including a missing Caiman crocodile kept without a license, as XL Bully seizures drop to 13.
Birmingham Confirms Fortnightly Bin Collections
Birmingham City Council has confirmed major changes to bin collections, including fortnightly general waste, weekly food waste, and a second recycling bin, as part of a clean-up drive.
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Martin Lewis £1 Warning: Act Now on Lifetime ISAs
Martin Lewis warns 18-39 year-olds to deposit £1 in a Lifetime ISA before the government replaces it with a new First Time Buyer ISA, preserving access to the 25% bonus.
Birmingham Afghan Restaurant Closed After Mice Found
Mama Sheeryakh restaurant in Alum Rock was shut down after inspectors found mice, poor cleaning, and food contamination risks during a June 24 visit.
DWP confirms closure of nine hubs putting 5,400 staff at risk
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed plans to close nine regional service and support centres, putting more than 5,400 staff at risk of redundancy or forced relocation, according to the PCS union.
DWP expands Support Conversations to 40,000 disabled claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms 40,000 disabled people will benefit from expanded personalised support through Support Conversations at 33 Jobcentres.
Driving lessons may hit £65 an hour by 2036
Learner drivers could pay £65 an hour for lessons by 2036, pushing the cost of getting test-ready past £3,000, according to a new forecast.
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Lidl Recalls Chocolate Croissants Over Metal Fears
Lidl recalls Ferrero's Frozen Nutella Croissants due to possible metal pieces. Customers urged to return affected batches for refund.
Birmingham Store Fined £2,000 for Dumping Rubbish
Elanki Fashions on Soho Road, Birmingham, has been fined £2,000 after dumping black bin bags of waste by bins instead of disposing of them correctly, causing community problems.
Dad-of-three dies after Jet2 flight restraint
Callum Kerr, 35, died in hospital after being restrained on a Jet2 flight from Larnaca to Manchester. Police handcuffed him and found him unresponsive. GMP made a mandatory referral to the IOPC.
16-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder in Smethwick
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after a disorder on Foundry Lane in Smethwick left two men injured. He is the third teenager charged, alongside five men.
Andy Burnham backs £312 pension payments if he becomes PM
Andy Burnham commits to at least £312 yearly payments for state pensioners born before certain years, backing the Triple Lock and Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves' support.
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Birmingham Council Confirms Pest Control Cuts Amid Strike
Birmingham City Council has permanently scrapped pest control services for mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and fleas, citing cost pressures, as the bins strike continues to disrupt services.
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