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West Midlands house prices boom by £265k

New ONS data reveals West Midlands property prices surged up to £265,000 in a year. Birmingham dominates top growth areas. Discover the full list here.

State Pension to rise 4.8% in 2026

Millions of UK retirees will see their State Pension increase by 4.8% from April 2026, thanks to the Triple Lock. Find out how much more you'll receive weekly and annually.

Universal Credit £312 annual increase confirmed

Millions on Universal Credit will receive an extra £312 yearly from April 2026 after DWP law change. Single claimants get £6 weekly boost as reforms ensure payments rise above inflation.

PIP benefits to increase by 3.8% in April

Millions on disability benefits will see a 3.8% payment increase from April 2025, adding up to £275 annually. Discover how the DWP's inflation-linked rise affects you.

State pension to rise by £575, confirms Rachel Reeves

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 annual increase for the state pension in the November Budget. The triple lock policy means millions will see payments rise to £12,548. Discover how this affects you.

10 DWP benefits set for April 2026 increase

Universal Credit, PIP and other key DWP benefits are set for a significant rise in April 2026 following the latest inflation figures. Find out how much more you could receive.

DWP Benefits Get 3.8% Increase Next April

Key DWP benefits including PIP and Carer's Allowance are set for a 3.8% increase next April, following the Labour government's November budget. Find out the new payment rates.

UK unemployment hits 5% as payroll numbers decline

UK unemployment reaches post-pandemic peak of 5% with 32,000 fewer payrolled employees in September. Wage growth slows but remains above inflation-comfort levels. What's next for the economy?

Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March

New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.

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.

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