Teen machete thug told 'you got what you deserved'
A Nottingham teenager who was stabbed with his own machete during a gang confrontation has been told by a judge that the public will say he 'got what he deserved'. Discover the full story.
A Nottingham teenager who was stabbed with his own machete during a gang confrontation has been told by a judge that the public will say he 'got what he deserved'. Discover the full story.
New interactive map shows locations of Birmingham stabbings including five near Bullring. Police increase patrols after Katie Fox's tragic death. Share your experiences.
A spate of stabbings has shaken Birmingham, with two fatalities. Exclusive data reveals weapon possession offences in the city are over three times the national average. Read the full report.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.8% state pension increase for 2026/27. Millions to receive up to £575 extra. Find out how the triple lock affects you.
Tommy McTighe and Gemma Vanstone sentenced for premeditated stabbing in Plymouth. Read about the shocking case and police response to violent crime.
West Midlands Police insist Birmingham city centre remains safe despite recent stabbings, with officers increasing patrols in crime hotspots. Read their safety message.
Ex-Pensions Minister Sir Steve Webb warns 26 million face a sharp drop in living standards if the DWP scraps the state pension triple lock. Read the shocking analysis.
A Lithuanian national has been jailed after threatening to cut a married couple 'into pieces' during a violent knife attack outside a Tesco in Stoke-on-Trent. Read the full story.
UK state pension set to exceed tax-free allowance by 2027, forcing retirees to pay income tax. Discover the impact of the triple lock and fiscal challenges.
A think tank proposes replacing the state pension Triple Lock to save billions and redirect funds to youth services. Could this reshape the UK's intergenerational contract?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.8% state pension increase for 2026. Pre-1951 retirees get a £440 boost under the triple lock policy. Full details inside.
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.
Residents reveal growing unease in Birmingham city centre following a series of violent incidents, including a fatal attack. West Midlands Police increase patrols.
The DWP faces calls to permit early State Pension access as the age rises to 67. Experts recommend a 12-year notice period and reduced payments for early claims. Learn the implications.
UK state pensioners could receive an extra £714 annually by deferring claims. Learn how waiting boosts your payout by 5.8% and if this strategy suits your circumstances.
UK state pension set for a 4.8% rise, making retirees £1,300 better off. But a frozen tax allowance means many will face unexpected HMRC bills. Plan your retirement income now.
West Midlands Police pledges increased city centre patrols after two stabbings leave one woman dead and a teenage boy with serious injuries. Read the latest updates.
Millions of UK pensioners on the basic state pension will see a £440 income boost from April 2026, thanks to the triple lock. Discover how this affects you.
A series of four stabbings, including one fatal attack, has shaken Birmingham city centre in just over a month. Police reassure the public while investigations continue.
A 14-year-old among five arrested after 17-year-old stabbed near Bullring. Police condemn 'unacceptable violence' as extra patrols deployed across Birmingham.
A 17-year-old has been sentenced to two years and ten months after a stabbing at University College Birmingham. The victim survived the attack on Summer Row.
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.
State pensioners are urged to check for a £3,900 DWP benefit ahead of a 4.8% Triple Lock increase next April. Expert advice on managing winter costs.
Older state pensioners on the basic rate will miss out on a £575 annual boost due to the Triple Lock. Discover how the upcoming changes affect your income and the looming tax threshold issue.
Kai Sainz-Stafford sentenced to five years for manslaughter after stabbing Sam Siviter during altercation in Shrewsbury. Read the full court details and family tributes.
Millions of UK retirees will see state pension payments rise by £575 annually from April 6, 2026. Discover how the triple lock mechanism delivers this 4.8% increase.
Thousands of state pensioners born before 1953 will see weekly payments rise to £184.90 in 2026 under DWP Triple Lock. Find out how this affects your pension.
Kai Sainz-Stafford sentenced to over five years for manslaughter after stabbing Sam Siviter. Family tribute to much-loved West Bromwich Albion fan. Read the full story.
The James Brindley Foundation issues heartfelt support to Katie Fox's family after fatal Birmingham stabbing, urging action on knife crime. Read their powerful message.
DWP confirms a 4.8% state pension increase for 2025. Full new state pensioners could get £12,548 yearly. Discover the tax implications and policy future.