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Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises

Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Public Sector Pension Reforms: What Changes Mean

Major reforms to public sector pensions are being planned by the new Labour government, affecting millions of workers across the UK. Discover how these changes could impact your retirement plans and what it means for the future of public services.

Blue Badge Access Under Threat for Millions

A major overhaul of the PIP assessment system could strip millions of disabled people of their Blue Badge parking rights, sparking widespread concern among disability advocates.

Migrant workers send £63bn home annually

New research reveals migrant workers across the UK and EU are sending home an incredible £63 billion each year, providing crucial financial support to families and boosting developing economies.

Thousands of UK workers paid below minimum wage

New research reveals thousands of UK employees are working for less than the legal minimum wage, with Birmingham and West Midlands workers among the worst affected. Discover which sectors are most at risk.

OAP banned from Aldi after security confrontation

A 75-year-old grandfather has been barred from his local Aldi after confronting security staff about their ID checks, igniting discussions about retail security protocols and customer rights across Britain.

Train guard's heartbreaking reply goes viral

A poignant exchange between a railway worker and passenger reveals the hidden emotional toll on transport staff, sparking widespread discussion about compassion in public transport.

UK Council Tax Set for £150 Hike

Households across Britain are bracing for council tax hikes of up to £150 as local authorities grapple with funding gaps and rising service costs.

Council no-show at mould-infested Birmingham home

A Birmingham resident's desperate plea for help went unanswered as council officials failed to attend a pre-arranged inspection of their dangerously mouldy property, leaving them living in hazardous conditions.

Torchlit March for Chartists Who Died for Vote

A poignant torchlit procession will commemorate the Chartist martyrs of Newport who sacrificed their lives for the right to vote in 1839, as their legacy continues to inspire democratic movements today.

MPs Demand Urgent PIP Assessment Overhaul

A damning parliamentary report exposes the devastating impact of PIP assessments on vulnerable claimants, with MPs calling for immediate reform of the 'adversarial' system.

Birmingham Bin Strike 2025: Full Timeline

Birmingham faces a summer of disruption as bin workers announce strike action over pay disputes. Get the full timeline and understand how this will affect collections across the city.

DWP Bank Account Surveillance Begins

The Department for Work and Pensions has launched sweeping new powers to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in real-time. Discover how this affects millions receiving Universal Credit, PIP, and state pension.

DWP Gives Workers New Flexible Working Powers

In a major employment rights overhaul, millions of UK workers can now demand flexible arrangements from day one and challenge employer refusals. Discover how this DWP policy change empowers employees.

Wetherspoon worker wins £25k discrimination case

A former Wetherspoon employee has been awarded £25,000 after winning a disability discrimination claim against the pub chain over accessibility issues at a Birmingham city centre location.

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