Birmingham leader on 'grown up' talks not 'megaphone war'
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton explains his 'practical' approach to tackling child poverty, defending his relationship with government ministers. Read his full Q&A.
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Nobody's Child Cardigan Slashed by 40% in Sales
Shoppers are racing to snap up the popular Nobody's Child Blue V-Neck Relaxed Cardigan, now reduced to £39 in the Boxing Day sales. The 'lovely' knit has drawn rave reviews for its style and softness.
Stranger Things 5 Volume 2: All Deaths & Final Fates
A complete breakdown of every death in Stranger Things 5 Volume 2. Discover which characters survive and whose fate hangs in the balance ahead of the finale.
TV Stars We Lost in 2025: A Tribute
A look back at the beloved TV personalities and celebrities, including Kim Woodburn and Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away in 2025. Remember their legacies.
HMRC rule change benefits 100,000 families
Over 100,000 UK families will no longer need to file a self-assessment tax return to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge. The new HMRC system collects it via PAYE. Find out if you're affected.
Benefits rise to £32k as two-child cap ends
A Nottingham mum-of-three will see her Universal Credit rise to £32,480 a year after Labour scraps the two-child benefit cap. She says the change will make her 'big family dream' a reality.
Family gets £2,770 monthly after benefit rule change
A Welsh family will see their Universal Credit rise to £2,770 a month after Labour's Budget scrapped the two-child limit. Discover how the change impacts 560,000 families.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: Parents on £1,590 Monthly
The DWP's decision to scrap the two-child benefit cap is sparking debate. Parents on Universal Credit share their stories of receiving up to £1,590 monthly. Read the full reaction.
DWP rule change ends two-child benefit cap
The Labour government abolishes the controversial two-child benefit limit, a move hailed to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of poverty immediately. Read the full story.
Claim £2,500 Child Benefit Before January Deadline
HMRC urges UK parents to check eligibility for backdated Child Benefit payments worth up to £2,500. Act before the mid-January deadline to secure this vital financial support.
Christmas soap spoilers: Deaths hit EastEnders & Coronation Street
UK soaps promise explosive Christmas with character deaths, a major fire, and a shocking kidnapping. Find out which fan favourites are set to depart in 2026.
Two pedestrians killed in Bolton crash, teen arrested
Two women, aged 57 and 59, died after being hit by a VW Polo on Smithills Dean Road, Bolton. A 19-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police appeal for witnesses.
HMRC wrongly targeted 60% in child benefit crackdown
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
HMRC Warning for Households Earning Under £80,000
HMRC urges UK households earning under £80,000 to check Child Benefit eligibility. You could be missing out on over £1,300 per child. Act now.
Woman in court over deaths of three children in Bristol
Yasmeen Ali, 43, faces murder charges after her three young children died in Sea Mills last February. The case has been sent to Bristol Crown Court.
Benefit cap scrapped, boosting Birmingham's poorest families
Major welfare reform sees two-child benefit limit axed, lifting thousands of Birmingham children from poverty. Hundreds of pounds extra monthly for larger families from April.
New Child Poverty Strategy Lifts Two-Child Benefit Cap
The UK Government has launched its most significant child poverty plan in years, aiming to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include lifting the two-child benefit cap and tackling temporary accommodation. Read the full details.
Christmas Danger for Kids as NSPCC Issues Safety Alert
A new NSPCC poll reveals over 60% of adults fear increased child abuse risk at Christmas due to financial stress and alcohol. Learn the warning signs and how to help.
New Child Poverty Strategy Aims to Help Thousands in Birmingham
The government's landmark Child Poverty Strategy promises to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include scrapping the two-child benefit cap and ending unlawful B&B placements.
Two-child benefit limit scrapped, but cap remains
The DWP is abolishing the two-child limit for seven benefits, yet one in five affected households will not see full relief due to the persisting benefit cap. Discover the impact.
Solihull road deaths fall but 2030 target at risk
Road deaths in Solihull show a downward trend, but new data reveals the borough is unlikely to meet its 2030 road safety target. Discover the latest figures and accident hotspots.
HMRC Child Benefit: £173+ Monthly Payments Explained
UK parents could receive £173 or more monthly from HMRC Child Benefit. Check your eligibility for children under 16 or in approved education. Claim what you're owed today.
Stranger Things: Why Main Characters Rarely Die
The Duffer Brothers explain their hesitation to kill off Stranger Things' main characters, revealing the narrative impact and their approach to character deaths.
Mum plans pregnancy after benefit cap scrapped
Rhianon Elizabeth from Leeds announces plans for third child after Labour government removes two-child benefit cap. Read about the controversial reaction and policy changes.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: Think Tank Backs Move
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to scrap the two-child benefit limit is defended as 'targeted and fair' by experts, with 70% of gains going to working families. Discover how this change tackles child poverty.
Universal Credit payments to rise for families from 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget. Find out when your Universal Credit payments will increase and by how much.
Stranger Things 5 Volume 1 Deaths Explained
Complete breakdown of all character deaths in Stranger Things 5 Volume 1. Discover who survived the first four episodes and whose fate remains uncertain ahead of December's finale.
Martin Lewis: Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped Explained
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies how the scrapping of the two-child benefit limit in the Autumn Budget will affect UK households. Find out what changes and what it means for your family finances.
Mum's £900 monthly boost as benefit cap scrapped
A Monmouth mother-of-five estimates her family will gain £900 monthly after Rachel Reeves abolished the two-child benefit cap. Discover how this budget change impacts families.
Reeves Confirms Universal Credit Boost
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the two-child benefit cap will be scrapped, giving thousands of families a major Universal Credit increase from April next year.
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