HMRC Guarantees Three-Year Funding with July 3 Deadline
HMRC announces £11.18 million in grants for voluntary organisations to help customers with tax affairs. Applications open until July 3.
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20 Councils Charge EV Owners Without Driveways More
Residents without driveways in 20 UK council areas, including Staffordshire, face higher electric vehicle charging costs due to bans on pavement charging solutions.
Octopus Energy Free Power for World Cup Pub Games
Octopus Energy will provide free electricity from 7pm to midnight during England and Scotland World Cup games, starting June 11, to support pubs and enhance match-day experiences.
MP Demands Answers After 'Devastating' Fire at Former College
A huge fire at the former Hunters Hill College in Blackwell has sparked calls for a full investigation. MP Bradley Thomas and councillor Alex Yip question the council's neglect of the site.
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UK Heat Pump Grant Rule Change Could Cost £7,500
The UK government has amended Boiler Upgrade Scheme rules, requiring installers to deduct the £7,500 grant upfront. Failure to comply may lead to voucher rejection.
HMRC Tax Rule for Pensioners Called 'Deeply Flawed'
A new HMRC tax rule exempting state pensioners from income tax if it's their only income will benefit just 1 in 18 retirees, according to former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb.
HMRC Excludes 7M State Pensioners from Tax Exemption
HMRC is excluding seven million state pensioners from a planned tax exemption, despite Labour promises. Only 700,000 will benefit, leaving millions facing tax bills from 2027.
Solihull Council Spent Over £4M from Developer Contributions
Solihull Council received and spent more than £4 million from developers via CIL and Section 106 agreements, funding schools, parks, and biodiversity projects.
New Summer Cost-of-Living Payments of Hundreds Available
Households can apply for new summer cost-of-living payments worth hundreds of pounds through local councils, part of the Government's Crisis and Resilience Fund replacing the Household Support Fund.
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Aldi Reveals Quietest Times for Late May Bank Holiday Shopping
Aldi shares the best times to shop over the late May bank holiday weekend, with stores open extended hours and a forecast of warm weather across Birmingham.
Fuel duty freeze to save drivers £153 a year
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will cancel a planned fuel duty rise, saving drivers up to £153 annually. The move aims to ease cost of living pressures.
State Pensioners Born Before 1953 to Get £739 This Week
State pensioners born before 1953 will receive £739 this week due to a bank holiday payment change. The DWP has brought forward the May payment to Friday, May 22.
Ash-Shahada Housing Association Leaves Birmingham
Ash-Shahada Housing Association, a London-based exempt housing provider, is leaving Birmingham after five years of investigation. Up to 3,000 tenants will be transitioned to new providers.
Al-Manar Superstore Seeks Late Night Licence Until 1am
Al-Manar Islamic Superstore in Small Heath applies for a premises licence to serve hot food and drink from 11pm to 1am daily. Residents can comment until 28 April 2026.
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UK Gov Allocates £1M to Combat Antisemitism
Jewish communities across England receive £1m in government funding to tackle rising antisemitism, with an additional £500,000 for Barnet Council after recent incidents.
State Pensioners Born After 1951 Get Two £964 Payments in May
State pensioners born after 1951 may receive two identical £964 payments in May due to a calendar quirk, totaling £1,928. The 4.8% Triple Lock increase applies.
HMRC sending £1,400 child benefit boost letters to parents
HMRC is writing to 1.5 million parents to extend child benefit for teens in education or training after GCSEs, offering up to £1,400 per year.
£200 Spring Cost-of-Living Payments Confirmed for May
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new Crisis and Resilience Fund offering £200 grants to struggling households from May, replacing the Household Support Fund.
Handsworth West Gets £20m Pride in Place Boost
Birmingham's Handsworth West area is set to receive up to £20 million over 10 years through the government's Pride in Place Programme, empowering communities to decide on local improvements.
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HMRC Paying £180 Child Benefit Bonuses This Friday
HMRC is depositing £180 into Child Benefit claimants' accounts on Friday, reflecting new weekly rates of £27.05 for the first child and £17.90 for additional children.
DWP Confirms £439 Extra for Older State Pensioners
The DWP confirms an extra £439.40 annually for older state pensioners born before 1951 or 1953, thanks to the triple lock rise of 4.8%.
HMRC: Unclaimed Child Trust Funds for 2002-2011 Births
HMRC warns thousands of Child Trust Funds remain unclaimed for those born between September 2002 and January 2011. Check if you have money waiting.
HMRC Sends One Million £473 Tax Refund Letters
HMRC has sent one million brown envelopes offering an average £473 tax refund. The taxman urges UK households to check via the HMRC app or letter.
£9,000 Boiler Upgrade Grants for UK Households
The UK government announces increased Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants to £9,000 for oil and LPG heated properties, targeting rural areas and small businesses to reduce energy costs.
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UK Passport Fees Rise Over £100 from April 8
British passport fees increase significantly from April 8, with adult online applications exceeding £100 for the first time. The Home Office cites cost recovery, but concessionary passports remain free for eligible elderly nationals.
£500k MOD Funding for Armed Forces Day Events
The Ministry of Defence is offering up to £500,000 in matched funding for community Armed Forces Day events this June, with grants of up to £10,000 available for organisers nationwide.
UK Households Urged to Apply for £500 Energy Support
Households across the UK are being urged to apply for the Household Support Fund, offering up to £500 in energy bill assistance. Eligibility includes specific income thresholds and vulnerability criteria.
Warm Home Discount Extended to 2031 for Millions
The Labour government confirms the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue until 2030/2031, providing a £150 winter energy rebate to millions more eligible UK households.
£150 cost-of-living boost for millions of households
Millions on Universal Credit and Pension Credit are getting a one-off £150 discount on energy bills this winter. Find out if you qualify and when you'll get paid.
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£300 Supermarket Vouchers for Surrey Households
Eligible Surrey households can claim £300 e-vouchers for nine major supermarkets from January 1. Learn how to apply for this Government-funded cost-of-living support.
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