Community
Derby Rotary Club raises £3,500 for Safe and Sound charity
Derby Rotary Club's Santa and Sleigh tour and Christmas tree sales raised £3,500 for Safe and Sound, supporting young people and families across Derbyshire.
Business
Major Plans for Two Birmingham Towers Overlooking Iconic City Centre Area
Developers have submitted plans for two residential towers of 30 and 17 storeys near Centenary Square and Gas Street Basin, providing 526 apartments and ground-floor retail.
Culture
Birmingham Bullring Evacuation: Everything We Know This Morning
Birmingham Bullring was evacuated at 10.22am today. Police and security were present. The cause is believed to be a fire drill. Shoppers returned by 11.10am.
Politics
HMRC Confirms 40% Inheritance Tax on Pensions from 2027
From April 2027, pension schemes can withhold up to 50% of retirement savings for inheritance tax, drawing criticism from experts and the public.
Sport
Health
PIP and DLA Claimants Face Motability Crackdown from July
From July, DWP PIP and DLA claimants on the Motability Scheme face stricter mileage limits, higher excess charges, and new Insurance Premium Tax on vehicles.
Arthritis qualifies state pensioners for £441 a month DWP
State pensioners with arthritis may be eligible for up to £441 a month via Attendance Allowance. Many miss out as they don't know they qualify.
DWP Attendance Allowance Rise: Up to £459 for Pensioners
DWP raises Attendance Allowance rates, with higher payments of £77 weekly. Over 82,000 claim for back pain; total annual benefit up to £5,959.
DWP Lists 13 Heart Conditions for £187 Weekly PIP
The DWP has confirmed 13 heart and blood pressure conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment up to £187 per week, with over 102,000 claimants.
Edward Jenner's First Smallpox Vaccination in 1796
Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination in 1796. Also, quiz answers for May 13 including Aries, DPI, Tinkerbell, Fortnum & Mason, and more.
