400,000 homes in wrong council tax band
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
Families faced festive misery as The White Horse in Balsall Common closed unexpectedly on Christmas Day due to major technical issues. Boss apologises and promises refunds.
Birmingham Council plans new traffic calming on Cranes Park Road in Sheldon. The scheme, part of a wider plan to prioritise people over cars, includes a refuge island and mini-roundabout. Have your say in the consultation.
Families were left disappointed and hungry after a Midlands pub descended into 'utter chaos' on Christmas Day, with a kitchen closure and no service. Read the full story and the manager's apology.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's speeding hotspots as average speed cameras record 90,000 offences. Discover the city's most notorious roads and new safety plans.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Halifax has explained its refund process after a customer in Guatemala was left £112 out of pocket from a failed ATM withdrawal. Learn how to dispute a transaction.
Muazzam Luqman, 22, was sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting a woman at over 70mph in a 40mph zone. Read the full report.
A 52-year-old driver from Rugby was fined and given nine penalty points after a dangerous overtake was captured on dash-cam. Warwickshire Police urge the public to submit footage via Operation Snap.
Over 1,600 motorists fined in 39 days on Kent's A299 Thanet Way due to urgent safety measures for damaged road surfaces. Police urge drivers to respect the limit.
Nearly 45,000 motorists have been fined on Moor Street Queensway bus lanes this year. Discover the city's top fine hotspots, costs, and how to appeal a PCN.
Police in Staffordshire stopped a disqualified Audi driver who had accumulated a staggering 87 penalty points on their licence. Read the shocking details of the incident.
West Midlands Police reveal 48 locations for mobile speed cameras across Birmingham over Christmas and New Year to tackle the 'Fatal Five' and improve road safety.
HMRC warns UK taxpayers the Self Assessment deadline is weeks away. File and pay by 31 Jan 2026 or face penalties. Act now to avoid fines.
UK households may be eligible for TV Licence refunds up to £174.50. Learn about the criteria and how Labour's BBC charter review could change the broadcaster's future funding.
Faulty variable speed cameras on the M6 in the West Midlands issued wrongful fines. Police will refund drivers and remove penalty points. Read the latest on this major traffic update.
Thousands of UK motorists wrongly fined due to a smart motorway software glitch dating to 2021 could receive compensation. Find out if you're affected.
Octopus Energy has dramatically accelerated its refund process, with customers now able to receive energy credit payments back to their bank accounts in as little as one day. Learn how to claim yours.
Thousands of motorists in England are due refunds after a technical fault caused speed cameras to activate incorrectly. National Highways has identified 2,650 errors since 2021. Read the full story.
National Highways apologises as a technical fault causes 2,650 incorrect speed camera activations since 2021. Fines to be refunded and points removed. Full details.
A technical fault with variable speed cameras on England's motorways has led to wrongful fines. National Highways apologises as drivers are set for refunds.
Motorists face a £100 fine and up to nine penalty points for driving without due care in the rain. Essential safety tips to avoid penalties as UK weather warnings remain in place.
Dozens of motorists in the West Midlands have been fined for speeding in 20mph zones, with 59 offences recorded this year. Discover the facts and upcoming city-wide speed limit changes.
Nearly 20,000 motorists were caught speeding on two major Birmingham roads in 2025. Discover the hotspots and new 30mph limits coming to the city.
Millions on DWP benefits must report changes like income or address to avoid overpayments and a potential £50 penalty. Learn what you need to declare to stay compliant.
New data reveals Birmingham's worst roads for speeding fines, with average speed cameras catching thousands. Discover the city's top traffic offence hotspots and new safety plans.
Warwick District Council must repay double council tax charged on second homes after admitting it 'acted outside the law'. A procedural mistake forces a costly U-turn.
Stoke-on-Trent ranks 8th in England for drink-driving penalty points as the government prepares to slash the legal limit next year. Experts warn of serious financial and safety consequences.
Stoke-on-Trent ranks 8th in England for drink-driving penalty points. The news comes as the government confirms plans to slash the legal alcohol limit for drivers next year.
Nearly 30,000 drivers have been caught by variable speed cameras on the M6 in the West Midlands this year. Discover the hotspots and how to avoid a ticket.