Enfield: UK Benefits Capital with £3,868 Per Person
New data reveals Enfield spent £3,868 on benefits per working-age resident in 2024/25, the highest rate in Britain, totaling over £1 billion in welfare payments.
New data reveals Enfield spent £3,868 on benefits per working-age resident in 2024/25, the highest rate in Britain, totaling over £1 billion in welfare payments.
The Warwickshire town of Kenilworth has been recognized as one of England's premier residential locations, praised for its historic castle, scenic countryside, and vibrant community amenities just 30 minutes from Birmingham.
Sandwell ranks second nationally for first-time buyer purchases, with over two-thirds of homes sold to newcomers. Average prices of £185,235 offer affordable entry to the housing market near Birmingham.
Businesses on Golden Triangle Industrial Estate in Widnes have been given weeks to vacate for a housing project, with many fearing closure and job losses.
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RecommendedMollie Birch, 28, insists she paid her £59.25 bill in full at Rancho Steakhouse but was publicly shamed after staff filmed her at Waterloo Station. Both parties have reported the incident to Merseyside Police as investigations continue.
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to locate Abrao Baptista, a 24-year-old Birmingham man wanted on suspicion of robbery. Authorities urge anyone who spots him to immediately call 999 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
Sarfaraz Sardarzehi was caught with three migrants in Birmingham and acted as a taxi driver in a major smuggling operation spanning Europe to the Midlands, with his associate Duc Quang Ta handling cash and logistics.
West Midlands Police have issued a fresh appeal to locate 14-year-old Deago, missing since February 11, who has connections to Wolverhampton despite being from Bromsgrove.
Two men have been detained after a silver VW Golf crashed into a road sign and bin in Bordesley Green following a police pursuit by West Midlands Police's Road Harm Team.
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RecommendedThe BSME Young Writers Prize offers an £12,000 bursary, year-long mentorship from Caitlin Moran, and work experience for UK writers aged 18-25 from underrepresented backgrounds. Applications close May 8, 2026.
A 56-year-old woman from Rotherham has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 63-year-old man was found dead in a Tenerife hotel room in January. Police are appealing for hotel guests to come forward.
A body has been discovered during the search for Malcolm Hunt, 84, who went missing from Weir Meadow Holiday Park in Evesham. Police confirm the death is not suspicious.
Paul Chuckle MBE will stop in Birmingham's Victoria Square on March 6th as part of a UK-wide tour celebrating 40 years of Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal, aiming to raise £40,000 with the 'Daff bike'.
A man and woman have been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender after police executed warrants at four addresses in Coventry and beyond following the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Michael Ababio.
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RecommendedA man in his 60s was dragged to the floor and assaulted by two men outside a Nottingham supermarket after a disagreement, with police describing it as a 'nasty' attack and releasing CCTV images.
Tony Brown from Gainsborough organised a darts tournament to thank Lincoln County Hospital staff who cared for his wife Sonya before her passing from lung cancer. The event raised £1,050 for United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity to support other patients.
Motorcyclists in the North West are invited to join the Base to Base Ride Out on April 26, 2026, supporting lifesaving air ambulance and blood bike services through a scenic charity event.
A shop worker in Walsall was punched multiple times by a 16-year-old girl attempting to steal ice cream, leaving her with facial swelling. Police have arrested the suspect.
A University of Chester student organised a Go-Karting Championship, raising £3,690.76 for mental health charity Mind as part of her final-year project, showcasing community engagement and event management skills.
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RecommendedTwo men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing in Coventry that left a man with potentially life-changing injuries. The incident occurred just days after a fatal stabbing in the same city, though police say the two attack
An outline application for 85 homes, including 30% affordable housing, has been submitted for land south of Sandbach Road in Congleton, adjacent to a separate proposal for 120 dwellings.
A child was grabbed and hit on the head by a woman after running in front of a car on Birmingham Road. Police release image of potential witness.
Join Calon Hearts UK for the Penyfan Easter Bunny Trail on March 28, 2026, a fun walk in Brecon, Powys, raising funds for heart screenings and defibrillators across the UK. Entry includes bunny ears and safety guidance.
Three Derby community projects have been awarded over £850,000 from the East Midlands Mayor's Community Development Fund. The funding will support Scout Hut refurbishment, community leadership training, and language and life-skills classes in disadvantage
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RecommendedSpice Village restaurants in Southall and Tooting donate £1 per bill to Human Appeal's Feed the Fasting campaign during Ramadan, aiding global humanitarian efforts.
Lou Myers, 59, left corporate retail to lead East Anglia's Children's Hospices shop in Cambridge, finding fulfillment in making a difference for families.
Moya Cole Hospice is expanding its volunteer fundraising efforts by establishing three new committees in Didsbury, Chorlton, the Heatons, Reddish, Marple, and Romiley, following the success of existing groups.
East Cheshire Hospice's annual Christmas tree collection campaign has achieved a record-breaking total of over £170,000, thanks to increased donations and community volunteer efforts.
York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity invites businesses and groups to a SpeedQuizzing event on July 8, aiming to raise £100,000 for the Tiny Lives Appeal to enhance the Neonatal Unit at York Hospital.
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RecommendedGateway Community Media in Basildon secures £15,000 grant to train a youth worker, expanding support for young people gaining media experience through its radio station and youth club.