Community
Community Fun Day and Football Match to Honor Dominic Welsh
A free community fun day and charity football match will be held on May 2, 2026, at Long Eaton United FC to celebrate the life of Dominic Welsh and raise funds for Treetops Hospice.
Business
Vertu secures £3.9m insurance payout after JLR cyber attack disruption
Gateshead-based Vertu Motors has sealed a £3.9m insurance payout after the Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack disrupted operations, with a net recovery of £3.4m.
Culture
Iconic London's Viral Matcha Cleansing Balm Back in Stock and on Sale
The ICONIC London Underglow Matcha Melting Cleansing Balm, which sold out in 48 hours, is back in stock and discounted. This 10-in-1 cleanser removes makeup while hydrating and soothing skin.
Politics
HMRC Warns State Pensioners Born Before 1960 About Tax Threshold
HMRC warns state pensioners born before 1960 that their state pension counts as taxable income, with the personal allowance set at £12,570.
Sport
Health
DWP to Pay £580 in May for 23 Health Conditions
The DWP is sending £580 payments in May for people with 23 health conditions. Learn about Employment and Support Allowance eligibility and how to apply.
Teen with Rare Disorder Finds Joy at EACH Hospice
Aida Palfrey, 15, with CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder, receives care from East Anglia's Children's Hospices. Her father shares how the hospice provides joy and respite.
Mental Health Worker Walks 10 Miles for Hospital Care
Angela Musson, a healthcare support worker from North Hykeham, will walk 10 miles on May 16 to raise funds for Lincolnshire's hospitals, enhancing patient care.
DWP Sending £456 in May to Frail State Pensioners
The DWP is sending £456 in May to state pensioners considered 'frail' through Attendance Allowance. Frailty qualifies for this benefit, which offers up to £114 per week.
Suspected Meningitis at Codsall School, Child in Hospital
A pupil at St Nicholas CE First School in Codsall is hospitalized with suspected meningitis. UKHSA guides the school as parents express concern.
