£200 Cost of Living Payments for Portsmouth Claimants
Portsmouth households on Universal Credit and Carer's Allowance can apply for a £200 payment from the DWP Household Support Fund. Check eligibility and apply before 29 January 2026.
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Burglar jailed for six years after Black Country raids
Peter Montroy has been sentenced to six years and nine months for a series of burglaries in the Black Country, including stealing a Mercedes from a Stourbridge home. Read the full story.
£110m Deal for 600+ Affordable Oldham Homes
First Choice Homes Oldham secures a £110 million finance deal with Santander UK to build over 600 affordable homes and upgrade thousands more for energy efficiency. Discover the plans.
Nearly Half a Million Miss Free TV Licence
State pensioners aged 75+ could claim a free TV Licence worth over £180 via Pension Credit. Experts warn nearly half a million eligible seniors are missing out. Learn how to claim.
Closure Order on Malvern Property After Neighbourhood Distress
A property in Malvern has been shut down for three months following years of anti-social behaviour and suspected drug dealing, granting respite to intimidated residents. Read the full story.
New DWP Crisis & Housing Benefits Start April 1
Two new DWP benefits, the Crisis Payment and Housing Payment, launch on April 1, 2026. Thousands of low-income households across England could be eligible for support from the £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund. Learn more about the eligibility criteria and
DWP: No Targets for Universal Credit Rent Arrears
The DWP has confirmed it has no targets for resolving housing arrears for Universal Credit claimants, warning it is not party to rental contracts. Learn what support is available.
£200 Energy Bill Help for Households with Low Debt
Struggling UK households can claim up to £200 for energy and water bills via a council scheme. Applications close 31 March 2026. Check eligibility now.
Man's DWP nightmare after form error shows £325k salary
A father from Kidderminster faces a six-month battle with the DWP after a simple typo on a child maintenance form. Discover his story and the ongoing review.
Free BBC UNBOXD Live Event Hits Digbeth This February
The BBC is opening a free immersive 'creative arena' in Digbeth, Birmingham. Young fans aged 16-24 can experience The Traitors, EastEnders & more on 5th Feb.
Druids Heath regeneration scheme faces legal challenge
A major Birmingham regeneration project for 3,500 homes could be delayed by a legal challenge from residents fearing community destruction. Read the latest.
Mum's 999 call reveals son's threat after teen's tower block fall
A mother told 999 her son had a knife and she feared for her life after his teenage girlfriend fell from a fourth-floor window in Chelmsley Wood. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
Two pensioners arrested in Nottinghamshire village assault
A 69-year-old woman and an 80-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm in Radcliffe-on-Trent. Police continue to investigate at the scene.
Killer's jail term doubled after cocaine discovery
Steven Vonk, serving time for manslaughter, has had his sentence extended after being found guilty of possessing cocaine with intent to supply. Read the full court details.
Dangerous paedophile jailed for toddler sexual assault
Christopher Proctor, now Daniel Travis, receives further prison term for assaulting a two-year-old. The survivor's powerful court statement reveals lasting trauma. Read the full story.
Two men jailed for West Bromwich drive-by shooting
Two men have been sentenced for a shocking daylight drive-by shooting on a Black Country high street. The victim survived shotgun wounds to his head and shoulder. Read the full story.
Stepmother Jailed for Life for Murder of Four-Year-Old
Tegan McGhee, 32, has been sentenced to life for murdering her four-year-old stepson, Mason. The boy's father was jailed for seven years for neglect and impeding the investigation.
Folkestone Holocaust Memorial Day Service on January 27
Folkestone holds a Holocaust Memorial Day service in the Garden of Remembrance, led by Rev Chris Johnson. Mayor Lucy McGirr highlights the 'Bridging Generations' theme. Join the community at 11am.
Ex-TV star John Alford jailed for sex assaults on teens
Former ITV actor John Alford sentenced to over eight years for sexually assaulting two schoolgirls in 2022. Read the full court details and victim impact statements.
Banned driver jailed for 70mph chase in 20mph zone
Ryan Simon, 33, has been imprisoned for 18 months after a dangerous police pursuit in a stolen car through Port Talbot. Read the full details of the shocking case.
West Midlands Police Apologise for Israeli Fan Ban Errors
West Midlands Police apologises after a 'devastating' report criticises its handling of the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban. The Home Secretary has declared 'no confidence' in the chief constable.
Man jailed for nine years after Edinburgh shooting
Nicky Robertson, 39, has been sentenced to nine years for firing a Glock handgun into a former friend's home in Edinburgh. Read the full court details and police investigation.
Tributes to Denbighshire paramedic Dermot O'Leary
The Welsh Ambulance Service and emergency service partners pay tribute to dedicated paramedic Dermot O'Leary, 64, who served north Wales communities for over two decades. Read about his legacy.
Farmer's Guinness Record Bid in Wellies for Charity
Neil Johnson, 47, will attempt to break the world record for the fastest half marathon in wellington boots at the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival to raise funds for the Farm Community Network.
Councillor's home is controversial exempt accommodation HMO
An investigation reveals a Labour councillor's property is a supported exempt HMO, the very type he claims to be cracking down on. Read the full story and the latest Birmingham news.
Asda's £1 meal deal for over-60s extended to February
Asda is continuing its £1 Winter Warmer meal deal for customers aged 60+ in all 212 in-store cafes until February's end, offering soup, bread, and hot drinks to combat isolation and rising costs.
Denbigh Man's MBE for 40 Years of Road Safety Work
Mike Redfern-Jones from Denbigh receives an MBE in the King's New Year Honours for four decades of voluntary service with IAM RoadSmart, helping drivers stay safe.
New Royal Voluntary Service Lunch Club Opens in Holmfirth
The Royal Voluntary Service has launched a new weekly community lunch club at Holmfirth Civic Hall, offering a warm social space and home-cooked meals. Contact Diane Phillips to join or volunteer.
Huddersfield Holocaust Memorial Day Event Bridges Generations
Holocaust Centre North hosts a free evening of reflection on January 27, 2026, featuring survivor testimony and intergenerational conversations to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
Undertaker kept body for weeks, court hears
A Cornwall funeral director has been sentenced after keeping an 86-year-old woman's body for weeks. Jack Weekes admitted preventing a lawful burial. Read the full story.
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