Man loses £36k PIP after DWP sees cricket video
A Shropshire family fights the DWP's decision to strip disability benefits after a light-hearted cricket match video. The case raises questions about PIP assessments and adaptive sports.
Category : Health
4.4m DWP claimants face mental health diagnosis review
Wes Streeting orders clinical review of mental health, autism and ADHD diagnoses as DWP sickness claims soar. Millions of claimants could be affected.
Obesity benefit claims cost taxpayers £144m
New data reveals over 5,000 people now receive benefits for obesity, costing nearly £144m since 2019. The North West has the highest number of claimants. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
Jack Osbourne's MS Battle While on I'm A Celeb
I'm A Celebrity's Jack Osbourne is tackling gruelling trials while managing multiple sclerosis, which has cost him 60% vision in one eye. Discover his inspiring journey.
Achieve a Confident, Bright Smile This Festive Season
Don't hide your smile in festive photos. Discover how MySweetSmile's gentle, peroxide-free whitening range can boost your confidence for every Christmas party. Get your camera-ready glow.
Fake nurse jailed for 40 months after £172k fraud
A man who impersonated a nurse for over four years, earning nearly £173k, has been jailed. He worked in six care homes, putting vulnerable patients at risk. Read the full investigation details.
Netflix star dies aged 45 after colon cancer battle
Criscilla Crossland Anderson, star of Netflix's 'Country Ever After', has died at 45 from colon cancer. She left a heartbreaking final message for her fans and children. Read the full tribute.
Pilot Programme Transforms Children's Palliative Care
An independent evaluation reveals a pioneering three-year programme has successfully overhauled support for seriously ill children and their families in Lancashire and South Cumbria, filling critical service gaps.
Hospice funding crisis leaves 380 beds empty
Hospice UK warns of unsustainable funding as bed closures rise. The government's new palliative care framework offers hope, but immediate financial support is missing from the budget.
New Baby Formula Rules to Save Parents £500
Sir Keir Starmer announces new rules to cut baby formula costs, saving families up to £500. Measures include standardised packaging and supermarket loyalty points.
Car tax rule change for disabled drivers from April 2025
Disabled drivers in England will benefit from a Vehicle Excise Duty change from April 2025, making adapted electric vehicles more affordable. Discover how the Autumn Budget supports cleaner mobility.
Birmingham Airport's £3.8m boost for assisted travel
Birmingham Airport announces a £3.8 million investment in new ambulifts and staff training to improve services for passengers with disabilities and reduce waiting times.
TCP Antiseptic Shortage Hits UK: Boots, Superdrug Out of Stock
A major shortage of TCP Antiseptic Liquid is hitting UK shelves. Find out why Boots, Superdrug, and Tesco are out of stock and when supplies might return.
Eight English counties face 'massive chunk' of snow Friday
The UK faces heavy snow this Friday, December 5th, with eight counties in England and parts of Scotland on alert. Get the latest forecast details and travel warnings here.
Fire near Birmingham New Street Station, city centre
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
DWP demands £36k from one-legged dad after cricket video
A petition is launched after the DWP stops a father's PIP and demands £36,000 back, using footage of him playing adaptive cricket as evidence. Support the call for a fair reassessment.
DWP terminates benefits for 17,000 in Universal Credit shift
The DWP is scrapping legacy benefits, forcing migration to Universal Credit. Campaigners warn disabled people are at high risk of destitution and harm as payments are terminated.
UK Snow Bomb to Hit 11 Counties, Including Birmingham
Maps from WX Charts show a major snow event is set to strike the UK, with 11 counties from Durham to Warwickshire bracing for disruption. Get the latest forecast details.
Glucose biosensor helps users lose weight and boost energy
A new wearable biosensor from Abbott tracks real-time glucose to show how food affects energy and cravings. Available at Boots, it offers personalised insights for better health.
Aldi Urgent Recall: Christmas Chocolate Gonks Allergy Alert
Aldi urgently recalls Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to undeclared peanuts. Check batch code 4061463276865. Return product for full refund.
JoJo Siwa rushed to hospital before live show
Singer JoJo Siwa reveals she was hospitalised with burst ovarian cysts just an hour before a performance. Discover her health update and how she powered through the show.
Pregnant mum, 22, dies suddenly in her sleep
Charlie Comer, 22, was 20 weeks pregnant when she died unexpectedly. Her family are awaiting answers as the post-mortem found no cause. A fundraiser is now live.
Last chance for £55 Smilie whitening Black Friday deal
Shoppers have hours left to grab the Smilie dentist-developed teeth whitening kit for just £55, saving over £100. The Black Friday offer ends at midnight on Wednesday, 3 December.
Paramedic suspended for hiding fatal crash conviction
A London paramedic has been suspended for 12 months after failing to disclose a conviction for killing a pedestrian in South Africa. Read the full tribunal findings.
Katie Price issues stark vaping warning to public
Katie Price shares a terrifying X-ray of diseased lungs on Instagram, urging the public to understand the dangers of vaping. The star vows to quit, citing her mother's lung disease battle.
Norovirus Warning: You Can Catch It More Than Once
The UK Health Security Agency warns Norovirus is highly contagious and can infect you multiple times in a season. Learn the key symptoms and how to prevent its spread.
New UKHSA advice urges masks for households this winter
The UK Health Security Agency issues a winter checklist to curb flu and Covid spread. Advice includes wearing a mask at home, hand washing, and opening windows. Learn the key symptoms.
Three paramedics hurt in Cheshire ambulance crash
Three North West Ambulance Service paramedics were injured, two seriously, after their vehicle crashed while responding to an emergency. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident near Crewe.
NHS: 'Be Kind' During Grief Awareness Week
The NHS marks Grief Awareness Week, urging the public to be kind and seek support. Discover the symptoms of grief and where to find help during this difficult season.
Lorry fire in Perry Barr extinguished by crews
West Midlands firefighters raced to a truck blaze on College Road, Perry Barr. No injuries reported. Read the full incident report and traffic update.
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