Burnham's £200 Winter Fuel Payments: Eligibility Rules
Millions of pensioners will get automatic £200 or £300 Winter Fuel Payments in November, but not all over-65s qualify due to income-linked rules under incoming PM Andy Burnham.
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£200 Payments for Pensioners Under New PM Burnham
Millions of pensioners will receive £200 or £300 automatic payments under incoming PM Andy Burnham, continuing the Winter Fuel Payment system with existing income-based eligibility rules.
Prince Harry Confirms Birmingham Visit for Invictus Games
Prince Harry will visit Birmingham on July 9-10, 2027 for the Invictus Games countdown and a hospital visit, despite security concerns. Meghan and children may join later.
Reeves Confirms £200 Winter Fuel Charge for Some Pensioners
Chancellor Rachel Reeves reinstates £200 Winter Fuel Payment for state pensioners under 80, but HMRC will claw it back from those earning over £35,000, affecting pensioners with extra income of £22,453.
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Andy Burnham Vows to Cut Energy Bills as PM
Andy Burnham, likely next PM, pledges to reduce energy bills for UK households through greater public control of essential services, including energy, water, housing, and transport.
Burnham to Boost Universal Credit by £304 Monthly
Andy Burnham, likely next PM, inherits scrapped two-child benefit cap, giving families with three children £304 extra monthly Universal Credit.
Fish and chip shops 'could disappear' warns awards boss
The director of the England Fish and Chip Awards warns traditional family fish and chip shops may vanish without public support, as Midlands winners are announced.
Burnham Pension Boost of £1,300 Under Triple Lock
Andy Burnham is expected to keep the triple lock, boosting state pensions by £1,300 by 2029, benefiting millions of pensioners.
Met Office: 38C heatwave continues in these areas Friday
The Met Office has confirmed a full list of areas where the heatwave will persist on Friday, with temperatures forecast to reach 38C, despite thunderstorms elsewhere.
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The West Midlands is set for thunderstorms after the hottest June day on record hit 32.2°C, with potential flooding and travel disruption expected.
Prince Harry accepts royal residence for Birmingham trip
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will stay at a royal residence during their Birmingham visit for the Invictus Games countdown, ending a four-year UK family absence.
DWP Boosts Basic State Pension £439 Annually
The DWP has increased the additional state pension for basic state pensioners from £222.10 to £230.54 per week, providing an extra £439 per year for eligible individuals.
Barry George denies raping teenage girl in 1987
Barry George, acquitted of murdering TV presenter Jill Dando in 2008, has pleaded not guilty to raping a 14-year-old girl in 1987 in London.
DWP Confirms Surprise State Pension Payments Days Away
The DWP has confirmed that state pensioners will receive early payments next week due to the May bank holiday, with some getting paid 72 hours earlier.
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Mayor Welcomes Possible End to Birmingham Bin Strikes
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker welcomes a potential deal to end Birmingham bin strikes, urging full honor of the agreement after local elections.
BBC Licence Fee Hike Could Be Blocked by Government
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is reportedly considering preventing the annual BBC TV licence fee increase, potentially saving millions of UK households from paying £181.
Love Island All Stars: Scott's savage line stuns villa
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Millie Court Returns for Love Island All Stars 2026
Love Island 2021 winner Millie Court is back for All Stars 2026, single and ready to mingle. Discover her age, job, net worth, and journey since winning with ex Liam Reardon.
Mayor's 2026 Plan for West Midlands Transport & Housing
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker outlines key 2026 projects: new railway stations, housing, and a fund to revive high streets. Discover the region's upcoming developments.
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West Midlands Mayor sets out 2026 priorities for transport and homes
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker outlines major 2026 projects: five new railway stations opening, 5,000 new homes, and a fund to revive high streets. He also addresses potential political challenges.
Andy Street hails West Midlands delivery record
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Saturday Quiz: 1960s Nostalgia & Boxing Day Facts
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Zoe Ball 'in mix' for Strictly host job, says father Johnny
Johnny Ball reveals his daughter, former It Takes Two presenter Zoe Ball, is a contender to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing. Read the latest updates on the BBC show's search.
Motsi Mabuse: Strictly judge's family and career facts
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Anton Du Beke: Strictly judge's age, wife and career
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Strictly Judge Craig Revel Horwood Backed to Exit by 2026
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