98-year-old evicted from care home after savings run out
Brenda Miles, 98, was given two days' notice to leave her care home after her £240,000 life savings were spent on fees. Her family condemns the council's handling of the case.
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Over-80s Pension Boost: How to Claim Extra £101 Weekly
Discover how thousands of Britons over 80 could be missing out on extra state pension payments worth over £100 weekly. Our guide explains eligibility and the simple claims process.
Millions of UK pensioners forced back to work
Exclusive investigation reveals how soaring inflation and inadequate state pension payments are driving record numbers of retirees back into employment to make ends meet.
Halloween Joy for Birmingham Care Home Residents
Residents at Greenacres Care Home in Birmingham enjoyed a hauntingly good time with Halloween celebrations featuring pumpkin carving, spooky decorations, and festive activities that brought the community together.
State pensioners to get £300 winter heating payment
Millions of state pensioners across Britain are set to receive a crucial £300 winter heating payment as part of government support during the ongoing cost of living emergency. Discover who qualifies and when payments will arrive.
Halloween Horror: Pensioner Beaten in Birmingham Home
A 70-year-old Birmingham man was brutally attacked after opening his door to what he thought were Halloween revellers, suffering serious injuries in a terrifying ordeal that has shocked the community.
West Bridgford Couple's Golden 50-Year Marriage Celebration
A heartwarming celebration unfolded at a West Bridgford care home as residents and staff honoured a couple's remarkable 50-year marriage milestone with golden anniversary festivities.
M6 lorry driver caught asleep at wheel in dashcam footage
Exclusive dashcam video reveals the moment a truck driver appears to fall asleep on the M6, veering across lanes in a heart-stopping incident that could have ended in tragedy.
Car stolen with baby inside - police appeal
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
State Pensioners: Claim Your FREE £50 Winter Payment
Thousands of state pensioners are eligible for a free £50 payment to help with winter heating costs. Discover if you qualify and how to claim this crucial support.
Hospice seeks volunteers for award-winning community service
St Elizabeth Hospice in Ipswich is expanding its acclaimed Compassionate Neighbours service and urgently needs local volunteers to combat loneliness and isolation.
Care Repair Service Injects £4.6M into North Wales
Discover how a groundbreaking partnership between Conwy and Denbighshire has revolutionised home support for older residents, delivering massive economic and social benefits across North Wales.
MP: RNLI More Than Just Emergency Service
Conservative MP Marie Goldman praises the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's vital community role beyond emergency rescues, highlighting education and prevention work.
Amazon Urgently Recalls Dangerous Item in UK
Amazon issues urgent product recall for magnetic stainless steel balls sold on its UK platform over serious safety concerns. Consumers warned to stop use immediately.
TomTom's Hazard Alert Tech Could Save Lives on UK Roads
TomTom revolutionises road safety with groundbreaking hazard alert technology that warns drivers of dangers ahead in real-time, potentially preventing accidents across Britain.
Terrifying firework safety films that haunted generations
Relive the shocking public information films about fireworks that traumatised 70s, 80s and 90s kids with their graphic safety warnings and unforgettable imagery.
HMRC: Check if you're owed £324 cost of living payment
HMRC launches urgent campaign targeting older Britons who may be missing out on crucial cost of living support. Thousands could be owed £324 payments - here's how to check.
Pensioner beaten by thugs in vicious street robbery
A 70-year-old man was brutally attacked by a gang of thugs who stole his wallet and phone in a shocking daylight robbery that has left the community reeling.
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.
Five road deaths in one week spark safety crisis
A devastating week on West Midlands roads has claimed five lives, including a teenage boy and elderly pedestrian, raising serious concerns about road safety measures and infrastructure.
DVSA's critical warning about dangerous overtaking mistake
Drivers across Britain are being alerted to a dangerous overtaking error that could lead to catastrophic collisions and hefty penalties. The DVSA reveals why patience could save lives.
Birmingham's bridge bashing crisis costs £100k
Exclusive investigation reveals Birmingham's low bridges have been struck over 1,000 times in three years, costing taxpayers nearly £100,000 in repairs and causing major traffic disruption across the city.
95-year-old woman stuns police in high-speed chase
West Midlands Police were left speechless after a high-speed pursuit ended with the discovery of a 95-year-old female driver behind the wheel. The astonishing incident saw officers chasing the vehicle through residential areas before the shocking revelati
Millions of UK drivers breaking eyesight laws
Shocking new research reveals up to 10 million British motorists may be driving with vision below legal standards, creating a major road safety crisis.
UK Kitchen Appliance Alert: Fire Risk & High Costs
A major safety warning has been issued for millions of UK households as faulty kitchen appliances are causing unexpected fires and massive energy bills. Here's how to check if you're at risk.
Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk
Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.
Elderly couple scammed by fake police officer
West Midlands Police issue urgent warning after criminals posing as officers steal life savings from vulnerable residents in convincing courier fraud scheme
Shopper catapulted backwards in supermarket slip horror
Dramatic footage reveals the terrifying moment a Birmingham shopper was sent flying backwards after slipping on a wet supermarket floor, sparking urgent safety concerns.
West Midlands Speed Limits Slashed to 30mph on 27 Roads
Commuters face major changes as 27 key roads across the West Midlands see speed limits reduced from 40mph to 30mph in dramatic safety overhaul starting this month.
How your car's safety feature makes you invisible
Millions of UK drivers are unknowingly putting themselves at risk due to a common car safety feature. Experts reveal how automatic headlights are creating dangerous 'invisible' vehicles on our roads, especially during daytime driving conditions.
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