DWP Begins Process to End Two-Child Benefit Cap
The DWP will formally introduce a Bill to lift the two-child benefit cap on Thursday, January 8. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden calls it a £3bn investment in children's futures.
The DWP will formally introduce a Bill to lift the two-child benefit cap on Thursday, January 8. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden calls it a £3bn investment in children's futures.
Solihull Council consults on two options for the 'significantly weakened' Barston Bridge, used by over 1,000 vehicles daily. Have your say on its future.
Frozen tax thresholds will pull 35,000 more families into the High Income Child Benefit Charge by 2028, costing them £1,355 annually. Discover how to navigate the HMRC rules.
Solihull Council's planning committee has refused a retrospective application for a large home extension in Shirley after neighbours and councillors objected. The homeowner now faces enforcement action.
West Midlands Police urgently seek public help to find Zafinya, 10, missing from Solihull since lunchtime. Temperatures are set to plummet below zero. Call 999 if seen.
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.
Residents in Solihull Lodge are holding a public meeting on January 6 to tackle ongoing problems with taxis and vehicles clogging residential streets, preventing locals from parking near their homes.
Police are urgently searching for Barry Forrester, 45, missing from Evesham. He has a hand injury requiring medical attention. Call 999 with information.
Taylor Wimpey has submitted plans to build 120 homes, half affordable, on green belt land off Stratford Road in Shirley. The public consultation is open until January 27.
Leicestershire Police launch urgent appeal to find Ivan Finney, 53, missing since New Year's Eve. Last seen heading to Morrisons in Leicester. Public urged to call 101 with information.
HMRC urges UK households where a parent earns under £80,000 to claim Child Benefit, worth up to £3,148 annually. Claim online for cash and vital National Insurance credits.
West Midlands Police urgently seek the public's help to find Kaitlyn, 14, missing from Birmingham since New Year's Eve. She was last seen in a grey coat and black Nike trainers.
West Midlands Police urgently seek information on two 15-year-old girls, Phoebe and Hattie, missing from Birmingham since New Year's Eve. Call 999 if seen.
Police urgently seek Dale, 36, missing from Sutton Coldfield since New Year's Eve. He was last seen near midnight. Call 999 immediately if seen, quoting log 4832.
Solihull Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas and New Year 2025. Find out when to put your rubbish and recycling out over the festive period.
Struggling to decide if your child is well enough for school? The NHS provides clear guidance on 17 common illnesses, from chickenpox to COVID-19. Learn the rules to keep everyone safe.
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.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 14-year-old Lexus from Solihull. Last seen on December 27, she has links to Birmingham city centre. Call 999 if seen.
Explore over 40 locally listed heritage assets across Solihull, from 17th-century cottages to Art Deco landmarks. Discover how these buildings shape the borough's unique character and enjoy local protection.
Solihull Council outlines three key options for residents to responsibly dispose of real Christmas trees after the festive season, including garden waste collections and a recycling centre.
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.
The Honey Club on Solihull High Street has had its sexual entertainment venue licence renewed after no complaints were raised. Read the full details of the decision.
A look back at the key planning appeals in Solihull for 2025, where residents challenged council refusals. Discover which decisions were overturned by the government inspector.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
West Midlands Police urge the public to call 999 if they see 15-year-old Miriam, missing from Sheldon. She was last seen wearing a black puffer coat and leggings.
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.