Community
Kidderminster man jailed for 4.5 years after recklessly infecting partner with HIV
Luke Davis, 31, from Kidderminster, has been sentenced to four years and six months for inflicting grievous bodily harm after failing to disclose his HIV status. Read the full story.
Business
Chancellor Reeves urged to scrap inheritance tax change hitting family firms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces calls to reverse a rule change raising the inheritance tax threshold for family businesses, which critics warn could cost jobs and Treasury revenue. Read the full story.
Culture
Love Island All Stars 'hopeful' for January 14 restart after wildfire delay
ITV is aiming to resume filming Love Island: All Stars on Wednesday, January 14, after wildfires in South Africa forced a postponement. Get the latest updates on the show's schedule.
Politics
Universal Credit Overhaul 2026: Six Major Changes Including Benefits Axed
The government has announced sweeping changes to Universal Credit and DWP benefits for 2026, including the end of legacy benefits and key payment adjustments. Discover how the new rules will affect you.
Transport
Sport
Health
DWP confirms 3.8% PIP increase from April 2026
The DWP has announced a 3.8% rise in PIP and disability benefits from 6 April 2026. Weekly rates will increase, with the maximum four-weekly payment reaching £778.40. Find out your new rate.
24-Hour Liveathon for St Neots Mental Health Support
The Citizen Hub in St Neots hosts a 24-hour community Liveathon on January 19 to fund a full year of Wellbeing Wednesdays, countering Blue Monday with local action.
Chelmsford Art & Wellness Walk for Mental Health
Join a unique 5km walk in Chelmsford on Feb 5, blending street art with mental wellbeing. Support the Mayor's charity. Register now for this 'Time to Talk' event.
Disability benefits to rise 3.8% from April
Millions of claimants will see a 3.8% increase in PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance and Carer's Allowance from April. The DWP will send letters outlining new rates - here are the key figures.
Birmingham NHS Training Scheme Scrapped Over Pay Dispute
A multi-million pound NHS scheme training international doctors in Birmingham has been shut down after a review found unfair pay and governance failures. Plus, Birmingham was the UK's top moving destination in 2025.