John Lewis Orders Staff Back to Office for Performance
John Lewis Partnership tells head office staff to work in person most of the time, following Boots and Morrisons, after reporting a £21m loss.
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Phone Ban in Schools: U-Turn After Conservative Campaign
After over a year of dismissing Conservative plans, the Government has u-turned and will now ban smartphones in classrooms across England, a win for campaigners.
Birmingham Mum Updates on Council Housing After Two Years
A Birmingham mother of three, living in temporary housing for two years, shares an update after the council moved her family to a larger flat, though still cramped.
Ex-Binman: Council Should Have Ended Strike a Year Ago
Former Birmingham binman David Callaghan criticizes the council for delaying a deal to end the bin strike, calling the delay 'shocking' as a settlement is finally within sight.
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Birmingham Bin Strike Deal Imminent as Council Set for Announcement
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton is set to make a 'huge' announcement on the 16-month bin strike, with speculation of a deal with Unite union.
HMRC Forces £2,500 Compliance on Low Earners Under MTD
HMRC is making former sole traders earning just £4,000 comply with Making Tax Digital for three years, leading to high accountancy fees.
DWP New Income Rule for Universal Credit and Housing Benefit
DWP introduces new income disregards for Housing Benefit in supported housing, phasing out Universal Credit and Housing Benefit for certain earners from Autumn 2026.
DWP Sends £238 to Retirees: Separate from State Pension
DWP issues £238 weekly Pension Credit to retirees, separate from state pension. Expert warns against relying solely on state pension for retirement income.
Trade bodies warn guaranteed hours could threaten jobs
Four trade bodies warn that proposed guaranteed hours under the Employment Rights Act could reduce opportunities and worsen conditions, urging amendments to protect jobs.
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Tesco Tags £2 Towels to Combat Shoplifting
Tesco has placed security tags on packs of £2 hand towels in a London store, highlighting the severity of the UK shoplifting epidemic. Customers and experts react.
£5m Urgent Repairs Approved for Lindsworth School
Birmingham City Council is set to approve nearly £5m for fire safety and roof repairs at Lindsworth School in Kings Norton, ensuring a safe learning environment for pupils with special needs.
New 90-Day Notice Rule for Bank Account Closures
From 28 April, major UK banks must give customers at least 90 days' notice before closing accounts, replacing the previous two-month requirement.
Nationwide App Pop-Ups: Bank Issues Guidance
Nationwide customers frustrated by recurring promotional pop-ups in the banking app. The building society explains how to disable them and offers app setup tips.
Two Arrested After Foot Chase in Selly Oak
Two men, aged 43 and 39, were arrested in Selly Oak after a police foot chase. They face charges including theft from a motor vehicle, fraud, and vehicle interference.
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Nationwide denies £100 Fairer Share to Virgin customers
Millions of Nationwide members, including former Virgin Money customers, may not qualify for the £100 Fairer Share payment until 2027 due to eligibility rules.
NHS Trust Removes Gender-Specific Language
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust will replace over 65 references to 'he' and 'she' with 'they' in its constitution to comply with the Equality Act 2010.
Martin Lewis: £92 Power of Attorney More Important Than a Will
Martin Lewis explains on ITV This Morning that a Lasting Power of Attorney, costing £92, is more crucial than a will for managing finances and health decisions if you lose capacity.
DVLA: Tax Vehicle Even if £0 or Face £1,000 Fine
The DVLA warns drivers must tax their vehicle even if they pay nothing, or risk fines up to £1,000. Common errors and exemptions explained.
Santander Closing 26 Branches in May 2026
Santander will shut 26 UK branches in May 2026, including sites in Birmingham. The closures are part of a larger trend affecting thousands of branches.
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DWP Warns Claimants: Holiday Rule Could Stop Payments
Universal Credit claimants risk payment stoppage if they fail to notify DWP before going abroad. Fines up to £5,000 possible for non-compliance.
Lloyds Bank warns customers about app account name issues
Lloyds Bank has addressed customer concerns about account names appearing differently in online banking and the app, calling it a temporary glitch.
Nationwide Coin Deposit Update for Customers
Nationwide has clarified its coin deposit policy for customers, detailing bagging requirements and branch discretion for accepting coins.
Nationwide Statement on 36-Month Bank Account Rule
Nationwide advises customers to call or use chat for statements older than 36 months, addressing app issues for users in Birmingham and beyond.
Woman in Court Over Fatal XL Bully Attack on Teen
Kelcie Reed, 24, appeared in court charged over a fatal XL Bully attack that killed 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett in Bristol. The case has been sent to crown court.
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Closed Wolverhampton Club Seeks Reopening After Fine
Calif Bar in Wolverhampton, closed for employing an illegal worker, has applied to reopen as Vivant Lounge with new owner Lucky Iguodala.
DWP Changes PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance in May
The DWP is altering payment dates for PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance in May due to bank holidays. Affected claimants will receive payments early.
HMRC Child Benefit Changes May 2026: Two Automatic Updates
HMRC is implementing two automatic changes to Child Benefit payments in May 2026 due to bank holidays, affecting payment dates for millions of families.
UK Broadband Compensation Rules Updated: Higher Payouts
Ofcom updates broadband compensation rules for 10 major providers including BT, Sky, Virgin. Customers get higher automatic payouts for service outages, missed appointments, and delays.
DWP Early Benefit Payments for May Bank Holidays (24.04.2026)
The DWP will pay benefits and state pensions early in May due to bank holidays on May 4 and 25. Payments due on those dates will be made on the previous working day.
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DVLA Decides on 830,000 Licence Revocations
The Labour government confirms new number plate and medical licence rules as the DVLA makes over 830,000 decisions yearly, with warnings that they cannot be rushed.
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