26,000 Carers Lose £7,011 in DWP Pension Change
A DWP state pension age increase will leave 26,000 unpaid carers missing £134.82 weekly, totaling £7,011 annually, with women disproportionately affected.
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40,000+ Demand Block on Public Funding for Huntley Funeral
A petition calling on the government to prevent taxpayer money from funding Ian Huntley's funeral has surpassed 40,000 signatures in under 48 hours, putting pressure on the Justice Secretary to act.
Julia Vogl Finds Love After MAFS Australia Split
Married At First Sight Australia's Julia Vogl reveals new relationship with musician Sasha Millar following her departure from the show with groom Grayson McIvor.
Birmingham Woman Avoids Jail for £70k Benefits Fraud
A Birmingham woman who stole over £70,000 in benefits from the DWP has received a suspended sentence after her lawyer argued mental health issues were a factor in the fraud.
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Universal Credit Payments Rise £750 for Millions in April
The DWP has confirmed new Universal Credit payment rates effective April 2026, with millions of households set to receive an average annual increase of £725.
Birmingham Inmate Killed by Fellow Prisoner at Midlands Jail
A 42-year-old Birmingham prisoner, Dennis Green, was killed by inmate Damien Ward at HMP Fosse Way. Ward has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years for manslaughter after a violent assault.
Midlands Priest to Be Freed After 14 Years for Child Abuse
Alexander Bede Walsh, a former Catholic priest convicted of indecent assault against a child in the 1980s, is scheduled for release from prison in October 2026 after serving 14 years of a 22-year sentence.
Sky Sports Presenter's Brother Loses Family in Murder-Suicide
Monika Rubacha, 44, is believed to have shot her two children, Josh, 14, and Emma, 11, before taking her own life in their Florida mansion while husband Richard James was abroad.
Huntley Family Row Over Funeral After Prison Attack Death
Notorious child killer Ian Huntley died after a prison attack, sparking family disputes over funeral arrangements. His daughter calls any service 'disgusting' while authorities plan a secret state-funded cremation.
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Universal Credit Health Payment Cut to £50 for New Claimants
The DWP confirms a controversial £188 monthly reduction in the Universal Credit health top-up for most new claimants starting April 2026, while existing recipients remain protected.
Universal Credit Health Payment Cut £188 Monthly from April
A key Universal Credit health top-up payment is being halved for most new claimants from April 2026, reducing from £97 to £50 weekly, while existing claimants remain unaffected, sparking criticism of a two-tier system.
Universal Credit Mum Called 'Sponger' Over £3,000 DWP Grant
A 19-year-old single teen mum on Universal Credit has been trolled as a 'sponger' after receiving £3,000 from the DWP to furnish her council house, sparking debate about benefit stigma and support for young parents.
Huntley's Final Letter to Pen Pal Before Murder
Ian Huntley wrote a self-pitying letter to a female pen pal just eight days before he was killed in prison, hinting at difficulties and cutting off contact for her safety.
Community Mourns Teaching Assistant After Tragic Loss
The community of Cannock is grieving the loss of Michelle Fisher, a devoted mother and teaching assistant, who tragically died by suicide last month.
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Huntley Funeral Costs Spark Family Row, Taxpayers to Pay
The family of Soham killer Ian Huntley are in disagreement over his funeral arrangements, with his £3,000 cremation expected to be funded by taxpayers after relatives refuse to claim his body following his prison death.
Maxine Carr's Secret Wedding and New Identity Exposed
Maxine Carr, who lied for killer Ian Huntley, now lives under a new identity with a secret wedding funded by taxpayers, costing over £2 million for protection.
DWP Ends ESA Payments in Universal Credit Overhaul
The DWP is phasing out Employment and Support Allowance, with no payments beyond March, as part of a major Universal Credit welfare system simplification affecting over 1.3 million claimants.
Mother's Day: Love, Loss, and Family Changes
Mother's Day is more than just a commercial event. It's a day of celebration, reflection, and complex emotions for many, marking changing family roles across generations.
Mother Charges Adult Children £300 Monthly Rent in London
A 62-year-old mother in south London charges her 27-year-old son and 24-year-old daughter £300 per month to live at home, sparking discussion about family financial arrangements and life skills.
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Universal Credit Overhaul: April Payments Rise, Child Cap Scrapped
Millions of Universal Credit claimants will see payments increase from April, with some receiving over £1,000 more annually. Labour's overhaul also removes the two-child benefit cap, providing extra support for larger families.
Universal Credit to Rise by £468 from April
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms an above-inflation increase to Universal Credit standard allowance, providing a significant boost to millions of low-income households starting in April.
DWP Holiday Warning for Universal Credit and PIP Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions warns benefit recipients to report holiday plans to avoid overpayments and potential legal action.
Solihull Council: Major Social Worker Retention Improvement
Solihull Council announces significant progress in recruiting and retaining children's social workers, with stable leadership and reduced turnover marking a positive shift from previous challenges.
Birmingham Grad's Catfish Ordeal Spurs Digital Safety Drive
A former Aston University student, whose decade-long catfishing ordeal became a Netflix documentary, has endorsed a new Birmingham-developed toolkit to protect women from online harm and digital violence.
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iPhone Calendar Scam: How to Delete Fake 'Final Warning' Alerts
Cyber criminals are exploiting iPhone Calendar app with fake 'final warning' alerts threatening photo deletion. Learn how to identify and remove these phishing scams to protect personal information.
Journalist's Chilling Encounter with Soham Killer Ian Huntley
A journalist who covered the 2002 Soham murders recounts his unsettling meeting with Ian Huntley before his arrest, as details emerge following Huntley's death in hospital after a prison attack.
Huntley's Daughter: No Funeral for Killer Father
Samantha Bryan, biological daughter of Soham murderer Ian Huntley, breaks her silence after his death, stating he does not deserve a funeral and his ashes should be 'flushed down the toilet'.
Ian Huntley's Daughter's 'Relief' as Soham Killer Dies
Soham killer Ian Huntley has died in hospital following a brutal prison attack. His daughter Samantha Bryan speaks of her overwhelming relief and the burden of being his child.
Ian Huntley's Funeral Plans After Prison Death
The Soham murderer Ian Huntley has died following a brutal prison attack. Experts explain the grim funeral arrangements and legal procedures for high-profile killers who die in custody.
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Ian Huntley Estate Fate After Prison Death Explained
Following the death of child killer Ian Huntley in prison, legal experts detail what happens to his estate, personal belongings, and any remaining assets under UK inheritance law.
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