DWP triple lock under fresh pressure as poverty gap widens
New analysis shows pensioner poverty fell to 14% while working-age poverty stays at 20%, fueling calls to scrap the triple lock.
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Burnham DWP benefits plan to cost extra £1.7bn
Andy Burnham confirms DWP benefits action as IFS forecasts extra £1.7bn cost from 2027-28 if inflation holds at 2.9%.
Kelce breaks silence on 'dream' Swift wedding
Travis Kelce has spoken publicly for the first time about his wedding to Taylor Swift, calling it the 'best night of my life' and a 'dream' come true.
Burnham urged to axe triple lock, saving £313 per pensioner
Pension experts urge Andy Burnham to scrap the triple lock, which could cut £313 a year from state pension rises, as he seeks funds for social care reform.
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Burnham and Healey confirm state pension bump
Andy Burnham and John Healey have confirmed the triple lock will continue, meaning millions of over-65s will see a bumper state pension rise in 2026/27.
Burnham £238 payments for state pensioners living alone
Single state pensioners will get weekly income topped up to £238 under Andy Burnham's Pension Credit changes, part of his 'cost of living government' pledge.
Burnham confirms income tax share for mayors next spring
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed mayors will receive a share of income tax and business rates from next spring, in a historic devolution shake-up.
Burnham's Devolution Drive Welcomed by West Midlands Mayor
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker praises PM Burnham's 'No 10 North' initiative, dismissing northern focus fears and highlighting benefits for Birmingham's economy and nightlife.
Blindness Boosts Tax-Free Allowance to £15,820
HMRC confirms Blind Person's Allowance increases personal tax-free allowance to £15,820. Eligible blind individuals can claim an extra £3,250 tax-free income.
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Andy Burnham £200 Payment for Pre-1960 Pensioners
State pensioners born before 1960 will receive one-off £200 payments under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, with updated rules linking Winter Fuel Payments to income.
Burnham Triple Lock: £57 Less for Pre-1951 Pensioners
Incoming PM Andy Burnham retains the Triple Lock, guaranteeing a 2.5% pension rise. Basic state pensioners born before 1951 will receive £57.80 less per week than those on the full new state pension.
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.
£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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Thunderstorms to Follow Record June Heat in West Midlands
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.
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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.
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
Scott van-der-Sluis left Love Island All Stars viewers reeling with a brutal one-liner aimed at Sean Stone. Discover why fans are calling it the 'line of the season' already.
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.
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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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