HMRC reclaims £300 winter payments from pensioners
HMRC begins deducting up to £300 from state pensioners' accounts from Monday. Learn if you're affected and how the new Winter Fuel Payment system works.
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Vodafone & Three Announce Higher 2026 Price Rises
Vodafone and Three confirm steeper mid-contract price rises for new customers from April 2026. Discover the new rates and how to find fixed-price deals.
Home insurers exposed for low claim acceptance rates
Which? reveals Lloyds, esure, and Rentokil have the worst home insurance claim acceptance rates in Britain. Discover the data and what it means for your policy.
Call for cheaper West Midlands bus fares
Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.
Bank of England Plans New Stablecoin Regulations
The Bank of England sets out 2025 stablecoin regime to ensure financial stability and foster innovation in UK payments. Public consultation open until February 2026.
1.5m UK Homes Waste Cash on Credit Schemes
The FCA warns millions are wasting up to £25 monthly on credit-building products. Discover free, effective alternatives to improve your credit score today.
Council Tax Shock: Thousands Face Unexpected Bills
Thousands of Birmingham residents are facing surprise council tax bills following a major change to council tax support. Discover who's affected and what you need to do.
West Midlands Council Tax Crisis: 10,000+ Face Legal Action
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of West Midlands households in council tax arrears, with mounting debt crisis hitting vulnerable families hardest. Discover the human impact and support available.
Sandwell housing crisis: Council blamed for development delays
Sandwell Council faces mounting criticism as new data reveals a critical shortage of housing developments in the borough, with local leaders blaming planning delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the growing crisis.
Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises
Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
FCA extends motor finance mis-selling investigation
The FCA launches major investigation into motor finance commission arrangements, potentially opening door to billions in compensation for UK drivers who were overcharged.
Council Tax Shock: Two Payments Due in April 2024
Exclusive investigation reveals how April's payment schedule creates perfect financial storm for families already struggling with cost of living crisis.
Ofcom Warns O2 Over Broadband Rule Breaches
Telecoms regulator Ofcom has issued a stern warning to O2 after the provider breached vital rules protecting vulnerable broadband and landline customers during service migrations.
Water bills to rise despite sewage pollution failures
Regulator Ofwat faces mounting criticism as water companies prepare to increase customer bills while continuing to discharge sewage into UK waterways. Discover how this controversial decision impacts households and the environment.
MP returns £10k donation from pharmacy chain
Shadow Justice Secretary returns £10,000 donation from Jhoots Pharmacy following concerns about the company's regulatory compliance and business practices.
Government rejects Devon council reorganisation plans
Major local government reorganisation in Devon halted as ministers reject plans to create single unitary authorities for Plymouth and Torbay, maintaining current two-tier system.
Birmingham man wins payout after council tax error causes homelessness
A Birmingham resident has secured compensation after a council tax blunder led to his wrongful imprisonment and homelessness. Discover how the local authority's error turned one man's life upside down.
Why Age Makes You Feel Colder & How to Fight Back
Discover the surprising reasons why we feel colder as we age and practical, expert-backed strategies to stay warm and healthy during winter months.
Midlands Metro extension delayed until late 2025
Frustration mounts as the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension encounters significant setbacks, pushing completion to late 2025 and raising concerns about escalating costs and traffic disruption.
Labour condemns West Midlands bus service changes
West Midlands Labour leaders launch scathing attack on Mayor Andy Street's bus service reforms, warning of 'managed decline' and devastating impacts on vulnerable communities across the region.
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