Reeves scraps onshore wind ban in energy revolution
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces immediate scrapping of Tory onshore wind restrictions, promising cheaper energy and 100,000 new jobs in radical planning overhaul.
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DWP Could Make State Pension Changes Boosting Payments
The Department for Work and Pensions is exploring significant reforms to the State Pension system that could increase payments for millions of pensioners across the UK. Discover how these potential changes might affect your retirement planning.
Rachel Reeves to announce major planning reforms and new towns
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to unveil Labour's radical planning reforms and new town developments to boost economic growth and tackle the housing crisis.
Labour considers major pension tax relief overhaul
Exclusive: Labour considers radical overhaul of pension tax relief system that could impact millions of savers and reshape retirement planning across the UK.
DWP plans to scrap sickness benefit - 450,000 at risk
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is considering abolishing the Work Capability Assessment, putting vital benefits for seriously ill and disabled claimants in jeopardy. Charities warn this could plunge thousands into poverty.
Labour's £150 energy bill rescue plan unveiled
Sir Keir Starmer announces Labour's ambitious plan to freeze council tax for millions and slash energy bills through a bold windfall tax on oil and gas giants.
Labour's West Midlands Mayor Pick Sparks Controversy
Labour faces internal criticism after selecting Richard Parker as their West Midlands mayoral candidate, overlooking calls for Andy Street's inclusion despite his cross-party appeal.
Birmingham burglar jailed for throwing faeces at police
A Birmingham burglar's crime spree ends with a 28-month sentence after she committed shocking offences including throwing human waste at police officers during her arrest.
Labour pressured to expand free bus travel for under-25s
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street challenges Labour to extend free bus fares beyond current age limits as election battle over public transport intensifies.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit cap
Sir Keir Starmer announces Labour will abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit, marking a significant shift in welfare policy affecting thousands of families across the UK.
Birmingham drug dealer jailed again after failed lesson
A persistent Birmingham drug dealer is back behind bars after continuing his criminal operations just months after being released from prison, with police uncovering his new enterprise following a dramatic car chase through the city.
Labour may abolish two-child benefit cap in welfare overhaul
Exclusive: Labour could scrap the controversial two-child benefit limit as Rachel Reeves signals biggest shake-up to welfare system in a decade. Discover what this means for struggling families across the UK.
Labour's HMRC office closure crisis deepens
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour may be forced to reconsider HMRC office closures amid cost of living pressures, putting thousands of civil service jobs at risk across the UK.
Starmer vows to freeze National Insurance in cost of living pledge
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces bold plan to scrap planned National Insurance rise and tackle energy bills crisis ahead of Autumn Statement.
ISA Allowance Too Low? Experts Demand Major Boost
Leading financial experts are calling for a radical overhaul of ISA rules, arguing current allowances are failing to keep pace with inflation and leaving savers behind.
Reeves Faces £10bn Tax Warning for Working Families
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting pressure as experts warn her tax plans could cost working families billions, threatening to derail Labour's economic agenda.
Labour's EV plan faces charging infrastructure crisis
Industry leaders sound alarm over insufficient charging infrastructure as Labour pushes for accelerated electric vehicle adoption, threatening to derail green transport ambitions.
Labour urged to protect pensions from cost of living crisis
Exclusive: Pressure mounts on Keir Starmer's government as campaigners demand immediate action on pension reforms and cost of living support for elderly households.
Notorious crime family head freed from prison
Dominic Noonan, the infamous leader of Birmingham's most feared crime family, has been released from prison after serving less than half of his 11-year sentence, sparking concerns among law enforcement and community leaders.
Labour branch apologises over asylum seeker hotel motion
A Birmingham Labour group has been forced into an embarrassing U-turn after proposing to house asylum seekers in luxury hotels, sparking widespread condemnation from local residents and party members.
Birmingham Pub Bombings: Families Denied Justice
Relatives of the 21 victims killed in the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings face fresh heartbreak as their legal challenge against the inquest verdict is rejected by the High Court.
Birmingham Pub Bombings: Major New Evidence Found
A crucial breakthrough in the Birmingham Pub Bombings investigation has emerged, with previously unseen documents shedding new light on the 1974 atrocity that claimed 21 lives.
Labour urged to scrap outdated MOT rules in safety overhaul
Industry leaders demand urgent reform of Britain's MOT system as Labour faces pressure to deliver on road safety promises and modernise vehicle testing standards.
Rachel Reeves apologises for election betting scandal
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has written a formal apology letter after placing a £20 bet on the election date, calling it a 'serious error of judgement' that damaged public trust.
Six Tax Shakes Rachel Reeves Could Unleash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering six major tax reforms that could reshape Britain's financial landscape, from inheritance tax to council tax overhauls.
Labour's pay-per-mile road tax plan faces fury
Labour faces backlash after confirming pay-per-mile road pricing remains an option, despite Conservative claims the policy had been scrapped. Birmingham motorists express outrage over potential tracking and costs.
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.
Labour Plans Business Rates Overhaul to Save High Streets
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical reform of 'broken' business rates system to save struggling shops and create level playing field for British businesses.
Labour breaks silence on Rochdale candidate controversy
Labour Party finally addresses growing controversy surrounding candidate Azhar Ali in Rochdale by-election as pressure mounts over Israel comments scandal.
Asylum seeker's £400 taxi nightmare ends in court
An Iranian asylum seeker paid £400 for a taxi from Coventry to London only to be abandoned in Wolverhampton, leading to a court case that exposes transport exploitation.
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