Homeless man crushed to death in bin lorry
Tragic death of Sajmir Beca, 30, after being crushed in a refuse lorry in Northampton. The inquest reveals details as charities call for action on rough sleeping.
Category : Social Issues
Starmer's vow on Birmingham child poverty crisis
PM Keir Starmer makes personal pledge to tackle Birmingham's child poverty emergency but faces mounting pressure to scrap controversial two-child benefit cap ahead of Budget.
Racist attacks surge, leaving minority women in fear
A surge in racially motivated violence in the West Midlands has left minority women living in fear, altering daily routines and reviving historic anxieties. Charities report unprecedented demand for safety guides.
Dudley child left alone as carers hid in attic
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
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Council blasts 'keyboard warriors' over hate
A parish council clerk hits back at online bullies after the council chairman was falsely accused of phone use at a Remembrance service. Read the full story.
Mum gets £3,900 benefits but still skint before Christmas
A DWP mum-of-four receiving £3,900 monthly Universal Credit reveals she's 'still skint' and struggling to afford Christmas essentials. Discover her financial reality.
Ofcom plans free stamps for millions on benefits
Ofcom proposes free or discounted postage stamps for vulnerable households. Learn how this new social tariff could help with rising postal costs and what it means for other customers.
Carer's Allowance Under Review Amid £251m Scandal
Labour confirms Carer's Allowance is under review as over 144,000 carers face £251m in overpayment debts. Discover the impact and calls for reform.
DWP home visits for ESA claimants in Universal Credit move
Over 220,000 vulnerable people face home visits as DWP moves ESA claimants to Universal Credit. Minister urges responding to letters to maintain support.
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Universal Credit sanctions harsher than court fines
A new report finds DWP sanctions leave claimants worse off than criminal fines, with 86% of appeals overturned. Calls grow for fundamental welfare reform.
Kelly Osbourne targeted with abuse after dad's death
Kelly Osbourne reveals horrific online trolling she received following the death of her father, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. See the shocking messages and her response.
Ex-Hollyoaks actor jailed for rape of two women
Former Hollyoaks actor Rizwan Khan sentenced to 11 years and 9 months for raping two women and sexual assault. Read the full victim impact statements and court details.
Universal Credit claimants surge to 8.3 million
UK Universal Credit claimants jump by over 1 million in a year to 8.3 million, with 49% having no work requirements. Experts question sustainability amid rising unemployment.
Dudley children's services 'inadequate'
A new report reveals staffing crises and poor collaboration are hampering child protection in Dudley. Council committee demands urgent improvements.
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Prison bans fan mail for killer nurse Lucy Letby
HMP Bronzefield has reportedly stopped Lucy Letby receiving fan mail after being inundated with cards, gifts and letters from supporters who believe she is innocent.
Mum on £4,300 benefits begs for boob job money
A TikTok creator receiving £4,300 monthly in Universal Credit has run out of cash and is now crowdfunding for cosmetic surgery, sparking widespread public outrage.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit limit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, a key driver of child poverty, fulfilling Labour's pledge to support larger families.
DWP change to cost households £700 each
Millions of UK households face a £700 annual bill after Labour's welfare U-turn. Sickness benefits set to surge by £27bn by 2030. Read the full analysis.
MAFS UK's Maeve defends Julia-Ruth from online hate
MAFS UK star Maeve calls for an end to savage hate comments against Julia-Ruth following the revelation of her holiday with Maeve's ex-husband Joe. Discover the full story behind the drama.
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Boy's neglect missed despite 38 school alerts
A ten-year-old boy suffered life-threatening neglect as social services missed 38 warnings from his school about his rapid weight loss and mouldy bread lunches.
Universal Credit and PIP set for 6.2% rise next year
DWP benefits including Universal Credit and PIP are set for a significant 6.2% increase from April 2026. Find out exactly how much more claimants will receive.
Benefits influencer wants taxpayers to fund holiday
Universal Credit claimant Emily Cutter asks strangers to pay for her child-free break, arguing she needs respite from 'life on dole'. The mum-of-three receives over £1,500 monthly.
DWP to strip benefits from 1.1 million people
The DWP faces pressure as welfare spending is projected to hit £76.8bn by 2030. A new review recommends removing PIP and UC for milder conditions.
DWP told to cut two benefits to £103 per week
Thinktank CSJ warns soaring welfare costs could cost taxpayers £700 more annually. Urgent reform of disability benefits is needed to protect public finances.
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DWP told to withdraw benefits for three conditions
Welfare reforms shelved by ministers could cost taxpayers £700 annually. CSJ proposes withdrawing UC and PIP for milder mental health conditions to save billions.
Secret slang of Birmingham's homeless community
Discover the hidden language of Birmingham's homeless community and how charities like Let's Feed Brum provide vital support. Learn how simple acts of listening can save lives.
New deprivation list reveals England's poorest areas
Birmingham ranks as England's second most deprived area in the first post-Covid national poverty study. Discover which Midlands towns face the greatest challenges and which areas show zero deprivation.
Jon Venables refuses parole hearing over family fear
Jon Venables, one of James Bulger's killers, is reportedly too frightened to attend his parole hearing if the toddler's family is present. Learn the full story behind this development.
Woman boasts of lying to DWP Jobcentre to avoid work
A 26-year-old mother, Ebony, has gone viral after claiming she lies to the DWP to live on benefits, calling 9-5 workers 'embarrassing'. Discover the public's furious reaction.
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Birmingham benefits fraudster lied about mum's death
Francine Best falsely claimed £35,464 in care payments after her mother died. Discover how Birmingham City Council uncovered the deception and the consequences she faced.
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