HMRC reviews 23,500 suspended child benefit payments
HMRC has apologised and launched an urgent review after incorrectly suspending child benefit for thousands. The tax office vows to update its anti-fraud process. Read the latest.
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Parents Struggle to Cook With Kids Due to Time and Mess
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with children due to lack of time and fear of mess. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and support BBC Children in Need.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit limit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, a key driver of child poverty, fulfilling Labour's pledge to support larger families.
Universal Credit boost for families confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to scrap the two-child benefit cap in November Budget, giving larger families up to £586 more per month. Find out how this change affects you.
Urgent Appeal: Missing 13-Year-Old Kerry in Birmingham
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Kerry from Harborne. Last seen 10 November at 8pm. Call 999 with information.
DWP could force 100,000 innocent Brits to repay benefits
Exclusive investigation reveals the Department for Work and Pensions is using controversial 'random sampling' to demand benefit repayments from thousands who've done nothing wrong.
High Earners Risk Losing Child Benefit in Tax Trap
Thousands of UK professionals earning over £60,000 risk losing valuable child benefit payments due to frozen thresholds and rising wages. Discover how the stealth tax is hitting middle-class families.
250,000 children in poverty due to benefit cap
Shocking new research reveals the devastating impact of the two-child benefit limit as families face impossible choices amid the cost of living crisis.
Alfie Steele's killer denied appeal freedom
Dirk Howell, convicted of murdering nine-year-old Alfie Steele in a brutal bath punishment, has been refused permission to appeal his life sentence in a landmark court decision.
Reeves faces Labour revolt over two-child benefit cap
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs and anti-poverty campaigners to abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit as new figures reveal 1.6 million children are affected.
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.
Lee Child: Birmingham Inspired Jack Reacher
Bestselling thriller author Lee Child shares how Birmingham's unique character directly shaped his iconic hero Jack Reacher in an exclusive interview ahead of his city visit.
Mum jailed after bulldog mauls boy, 11
A Birmingham mother has been sentenced to prison after her illegal XL Bully savagely attacked an 11-year-old boy, causing devastating injuries in a horrific street incident.
Drug-dealing mum arrested on M6 with children in car
A mother faces serious charges after being caught dealing drugs with her young children present during a dramatic M6 motorway arrest in Cheshire.
Chancellor urged to protect family tax credits
Rachel Reeves urged to protect vital support as concerns grow over plans to scrap working family payments amidst cost of living crisis.
DWP confirms November £300 cost of living payment dates
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the November payment schedule for the £300 cost of living support. Discover exactly when eligible households will receive this crucial financial assistance.
Warning Signs Your Child Could Be Bullying Others
Discover the subtle warning signs that your child might be bullying others and learn practical strategies to help them develop empathy and positive relationships.
Labour told to scrap 'cruel' £86k child benefit cap
Labour faces growing pressure to abandon controversial two-child benefit limit as new analysis reveals 1.6 million children affected by policy branded 'deeply cruel'.
Car seat mistake risks points and £100 fine
Millions of UK drivers are risking penalty points and fines by making a common error with child car seats. New research reveals the widespread misunderstanding of seatbelt laws that could prove costly.
DWP's £3,500 cost of living payments arrive
Thousands of households across the UK are receiving unexpected £3,500 payments from the DWP to help combat rising living costs. Discover if you qualify for this crucial financial assistance.
DWP clawback leaves grandma with just 13p payment
A Birmingham grandmother reveals how a DWP Universal Credit overpayment clawback left her with just 13p after working extra hours, sparking outrage over the system's fairness.
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.
Urgent Search for Missing Birmingham Teenager Kieran
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to locate missing 14-year-old Kieran Hodgkiss from Birmingham as concerns grow for his welfare.
Schoolboy, 10, survives metal railing impalement
A ten-year-old Birmingham schoolboy cheats death after being impaled through the leg by a metal railing spike in a shocking playground accident that required emergency services to free him.
JoJo Siwa Tears Up Over CNN Article Backlash
Former Dance Moms star JoJo Siwa emotionally reveals the devastating impact of a controversial CNN feature that sparked widespread online criticism and left her in tears.
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.
Lee Child's Reacher Exhibition Comes to Birmingham
Birmingham's own literary giant Lee Child returns with a major exhibition exploring the creation of Jack Reacher and the city's influence on his iconic character. Discover never-before-seen manuscripts and personal artefacts.
Mum ran illegal 27-child taxi service to school
A Birmingham mother operated an unlicensed taxi service transporting 27 children to school in a dangerous and illegal operation that put young lives at risk.
Fundraiser for boy after mum's tragic death
Heartfelt fundraiser launched for 11-year-old Leo following sudden passing of beloved mother Carly from Oldbury, as community unites in support.
NHS Urgent Warning: Dangerous Winter Virus in Children
Health experts issue urgent warning about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) as cases surge across UK - learn the key symptoms every parent must know.
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