The DWP confirms a £24.76 monthly increase for single Universal Credit claimants from April 2026, part of wider benefit changes and a National Living Wage hike. Discover how the reforms will affect you.
Shocking Shelter survey reveals more than half of teachers in the West Midlands have worked with homeless children in the past year, severely impacting education. Urgent action is needed.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council spent over £1m housing homeless in B&Bs last year, leaving taxpayers with an £850k bill. Councillor admits the situation is unsustainable. Read the full report.
A new poll reveals a worrying gap in Gen Z's understanding of drink-driving dangers, with many seeing it as more acceptable. Read the full findings and expert reaction.
A TikTok creator's experiment shows how two pints of Stella Artois can put you over the drink-drive limit. Learn the UK laws and the alarming risks of drink-driving.
HMRC unveils strict measures to prevent savers circumventing the new £12,000 cash ISA limit from April 2027. Experts warn of 'stealth tax' on investors.
A 56-year-old man was charged with drink-driving in Birmingham after police spotted a car being driven erratically. West Midlands Police issue a stark Christmas warning to all drivers.
Data shows a 14% drop in speeds on the B197 after a new 30mph limit was introduced. Council leaders hail the change for creating a safer, calmer road environment for residents and school children.
Universal Credit claimants to receive up to £465 more per year after government rule change. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces budget measures to cut living costs.
Major changes to Universal Credit from April 2026 will see some families hundreds better off, while new disability claimants face reduced payments. Get the full breakdown of rates, thresholds, and key dates.
The UK government has announced a consultation for early 2026 that could see the Lifetime ISA replaced, impacting first-time buyers' savings and property purchase limits. Learn what this means for you.
The Department for Infrastructure unveils a draft plan to cut vehicle noise pollution, including speed restrictions in 10 areas. Public consultation open until Jan 2026.
Skipton Building Society issues urgent guidance following the government's cash ISA limit cut. Expert Alex Sitaras shares vital tips to protect your savings from tax. Discover your options now.
A motorist in Staffordshire recorded a shocking 535mcg breath alcohol reading, the highest in England over three festive periods. Police warn of increased patrols.
Police were stunned after a driver in Staffordshire recorded a breathalyser reading 15 times the legal limit. It's the highest figure in England over the last three Christmas periods. Read the shocking details.
Major change to contactless payments from March 2025. Banks like Lloyds can set their own limits, raising convenience and fraud concerns. Read the latest.
Nationwide, Lloyds and NatWest customers face a major change as the £100 contactless limit is scrapped. Learn about the new rules, security risks, and how to protect your money.
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.
Police crackdown reveals thousands of drivers over the alcohol limit during Christmas operations. Experts call for stricter drink-drive rules in England and Wales.
Safety campaigners urge a 'Graduated Driving Licence' with a night curfew and near-zero alcohol limits for new drivers to reduce serious accidents. Could this save young lives?
A major UK rule change in March 2026 will remove the £100 contactless cap. Experts warn of a potential £31.3m fraud surge and urge banks to act. Learn how to protect yourself.
A growing petition urges the UK government to align with EU proposals, letting standard car licence holders drive motorhomes up to 4,250kg. Over 4,000 signatures already lodged.
The £100 contactless payment limit ends on 19 March, letting banks set their own rules. Experts warn of a potential 131% fraud surge while businesses welcome the flexibility. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget slashes the Cash ISA limit for under-65s to £12,000 from 2027. Experts warn to plan now as 'workarounds' are blocked. Read the full details.
As drink-drive limits tighten, a personal breathalyser like the AlcoSense Excel removes dangerous guesswork. We review this award-winning device that could be vital for UK motorists this Christmas.
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit is being scrapped. From March 19, banks will set their own limits, aiming to boost fraud prevention. Find out what this means for your wallet.
Motoring experts warn drivers about the hidden danger of being over the limit the morning after festive celebrations. Learn the sobering facts and how to stay safe.
Tesco has imposed a three-bottle limit on Baileys Irish Cream after slashing £8.50 off the price ahead of Christmas. Find out why the popular festive staple is being rationed.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster demands Progressive Driving Licences with night curfews and lower alcohol limits for novices to slash road deaths. Urgent call for government action.
Shocking survey reveals 24% of Brits intend to drive after alcohol this festive season, despite risks. Public backs zero-tolerance law. Plan your safe journey home.