Community
State pensioner waits six months for DWP reply over underpayment query
A furious retiree waited half a year for the DWP to respond to a state pension underpayment query. Pensions expert Becky O'Connor intervened. Read the full story.
Business
5,000 Shoppers Lose Money as Fashion Brand Huh. Ltd Collapses
Nearly 5,000 customers of collapsed fashion brand Huh. Ltd will not receive orders or refunds. Administrators confirm debts of £575,000. Find out what happened and your rights.
Culture
Day Fever: Vicky McClure & Jonny Owen Announce 2026 Daytime Disco Tour
Vicky McClure and Jonny Owen celebrate two years of Day Fever with a major 2026 UK & Ireland tour. New dates include Nottingham, London, and more. Tickets on sale now.
Politics
35,000 More UK Families to Be Hit by Child Benefit Tax 'Trap' by 2029
A tax threshold freeze will see 35,000 more families paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge by 2029, experts warn. Learn how this HMRC rule could affect your household budget.
Sport
Health
Tipton dad loses over 11st, transforms health
Richard Perry from Tipton lost a staggering 11st 7.5lbs after a family wedding left him feeling dreadful. His health transformation saw daily medication drop from 15 tablets to just three. Read his inspiring journey.
Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with rare muscle disease
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her eight-month-old twins have SMA Type 1. Her ex Chris Hughes and his girlfriend JoJo Siwa send heartfelt support. Read the full update.
Amber Cold Alert: Midlands Health Warning Until Jan 19
An amber cold health alert is in force across the West Midlands until Friday, January 19. UKHSA warns of significant impacts on health services and a rise in mortality. Sandwell Council opens Welcoming Spaces.
DWP Motability Scheme updates prices and electric car options
The Motability Scheme has released its Q1 2026 price list for DWP PIP claimants, featuring more electric vehicles and new Advance Payments. See the full list of cars.
Amber Cold Health Alert for Midlands Until Jan 9
An amber cold health alert is active across the Midlands until Friday. The UKHSA warns of significant health impacts, including a rise in deaths. Find out how to stay safe and support vulnerable neighbours.