Community
Automatic £200 Pensioner Payments in November: Who Qualifies?
Millions of pensioners will get automatic £200-£300 Winter Fuel Payments in November, but those with income over £35,000 must repay. Learn who qualifies.
Business
Rangers Target Aston Villa Defender Kosta Nedeljkovic
Rangers are reportedly keen on signing Aston Villa right-back Kosta Nedeljkovic, with a cash deal or loan with option to buy being considered by the Ibrox club.
Culture
Ormskirk Heritage Hub Plans Pop-Up Museum for First Anniversary
Ormskirk Heritage Hub CIC nears its first anniversary with plans for a pop-up museum in Burscough Street, set to open in early September before Heritage Open Days.
Politics
Burnham urged to back 2% wealth tax on richest households
PM Andy Burnham faces pressure from ally to adopt 2% wealth tax on net wealth above £10m, raising £24bn yearly from 22,000 people.
Sport
Health
HSE probes Darlaston incident after man seriously injured
A man was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital after an incident at Globe Mix Concrete on Darlaston Road, Walsall. The HSE has launched an investigation.
DWP claimants urged to get advice over new bank checks
DWP anti-fraud powers will check bank accounts for Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit. Experts warn of genuine mistakes; advice urged.
HMRC confirms £20,070 tax-free allowance after PM decision
HMRC confirms Rent a Room scheme can lift tax-free income to £20,070, combining personal allowance and rent-a-room relief, as PM Burnham rules out raising threshold.
HMRC scraps pension tax relief perk for over-75s
HMRC confirms pension tax relief ends at 75. From April 2027, unused pension funds face IHT. Experts warn of changes.
DWP Warm Home Discount: August 23 Deadline for £150
Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants must be named on energy bills by August 23 to get £150 Warm Home Discount from DWP.
British History Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
From the Battle of Hastings to Henry VIII and the Gunpowder Plot, journey through British history. Challenge yourself with these questions on kings, queens and great events.
