West Midlands plugs £120m transport budget gap
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
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Wales children's care costs soar despite profit ban
Welsh councils reveal children's care costs have doubled after profit elimination policy drove providers away. Authorities face £400m budget shortfall and service cuts.
7 Tax Loopholes to Use Before Autumn Budget
Discover seven legal ways to reduce your tax bill ahead of the November budget. Act now to protect your savings from potential income tax rises.
Reeves' Budget: Fuel Duty Hike and New EV Charges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to target motorists in the Autumn Budget with a potential £100 annual fuel duty increase and new pay-per-mile charges for electric vehicles. Discover the full impact.
IPPR Proposes 100% Council Tax Rise for Band H
Think tank IPPR urges Labour to introduce a 100% council tax rise for Band H properties and 50% for Bands F-G, cutting bills for 80% of households. A fairer system?
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.
Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.
Rachel Reeves Overhauls VED: Luxury Car Tax Hike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major Vehicle Excise Duty reforms targeting luxury cars and gas-guzzlers while offering relief for ordinary drivers in Labour's first budget.
West Midlands' 7 Market Towns Need Christmas Visitors
Discover seven picturesque West Midlands market towns where local businesses are counting on festive visitors to survive the crucial Christmas trading period.
Council's £11.5m children's services overspend crisis
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
Birmingham Council Sells 1,000 Assets in Bankruptcy Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.
Ex-Council Boss Faces 7-Year Public Office Ban
Ex-Birmingham City Council leader Tahir Ali could be barred from public office for seven years following a standards investigation into taxi licence misconduct during his tenure.
Birmingham Council Faces Pressure for Financial Crisis Inquiry
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Birmingham Council meeting disrupted by protestors
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.
2025 Budget: Tax Rises Expected in November
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing significant tax increases in the November 2025 Budget amid challenging economic forecasts, with experts predicting tough decisions ahead for UK households and businesses.
Council Tax Law Change: What Wednesday Means For You
Major legislative shift means council tax bills are set to rise for millions across England and Wales this week. Discover how the new rules affect your household budget and what exemptions apply.
Birmingham's £225m IT crisis forces council tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham City Council's disastrous Oracle IT implementation created a financial black hole, forcing service cuts and council tax hikes across the city.
Protesters halt Birmingham Council tax hike vote
Chaos erupted at Birmingham Council House as protesters stormed the chamber, forcing councillors to flee and halting a controversial 21% tax increase vote in dramatic scenes.
Solihull Council proposes controversial village merger
Solihull Council is considering merging four villages into a single parish council, sparking debate about local identity and democratic representation in the West Midlands.
Reeves' £20bn dilemma: Taxes or cuts?
Rachel Reeves faces an impossible choice as new analysis reveals the staggering scale of tax rises or spending cuts needed to fix Britain's finances. Discover what this means for your wallet.
Reeves: Fairness at Heart of Budget Decisions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical budget approach prioritising fairness and opportunity, with tough decisions ahead to rebuild Britain's economy.
Free Bus Pass Rule Change: What It Means
Major changes to England's concessionary bus pass scheme could see millions of older and disabled residents paying more for travel as local authorities consider new restrictions.
Guess Who's Back: Beloved Local Business Returns
After months of uncertainty, a cherished local establishment has triumphantly reopened its doors, bringing joy and familiar faces back to the community.
Budget 2025: Chancellor won't rule out tax rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as she refuses to rule out tax increases in the upcoming Autumn Budget while defending her economic strategy against criticism.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
Birmingham commissioners hit back at bankruptcy critics
Government-appointed commissioners deliver a powerful defence of Birmingham's recovery plan, dismissing critics as 'ill-informed' while revealing the true scale of the city's financial challenges.
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.
Labour's new rule for every UK town could transform local power
Exclusive: Labour considers mandatory 'Take Back Control' bills requiring councils to create bespoke powers for their communities in radical devolution shake-up.
Birmingham Council Meeting Erupts in Chaos
A Birmingham City Council meeting descended into chaos as residents and councillors clashed over budget cuts and service reductions, with police intervention required to maintain order.
Reeves' 4 Moves to Fix Cost of Living Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how Rachel Reeves could transform household finances with radical tax reforms, benefit changes and economic interventions as millions struggle with rising costs.
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