Derbyshire Family Hits Diabetes Kit Fundraising Target
A Derbyshire family has reached its £2,000 fundraising target for type 1 diabetes starter kits, thanks to a £275 donation from Specsavers Derby.
A Derbyshire family has reached its £2,000 fundraising target for type 1 diabetes starter kits, thanks to a £275 donation from Specsavers Derby.
Energy bills rise by £221 annually from July 1. Learn how to avoid the price cap increase with fixed tariffs, shorter showers, and other energy-saving tips.
Grandparents caring for grandchildren under 12 can claim Specified Adult Childcare credits through HMRC, potentially boosting their State Pension by over £6,000 in retirement.
Richard Palmer, 76, paid £8,413 after a threatening Scottish Power letter. The firm later refunded £9,000 and apologised for the error.
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RecommendedA new Macmillan Cancer Support Centre is opening at Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport, offering personalised support, advice, and guidance for people affected by cancer.
Black Country Women's Aid warns of increased domestic abuse during the World Cup, with reports rising 26% when England plays and 38% if they lose. Support helplines available.
The DWP state pension age rise from 66 to 67 is being phased in from April 2026, affecting those born between April 1960 and March 1961.
The MHRA has approved Wegovy, a daily semaglutide tablet for adults with obesity (BMI 30+) or overweight with related conditions, available privately within weeks.
State pensioners born between 1951 and 1960 can boost their payments by £727 through deferral, with 1% added every nine weeks for life.
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RecommendedHMRC confirms that parents earning over £60,000 must repay Child Benefit, with full repayment required at £80,000. New rules apply from 2024-25.
The Renters Rights Act has led to a surge in pet ownership, with Waggel reporting a 26% increase in new pet insurance policies since the law took effect in May 2026.
BirminghamLive's new map shows measles spread across England after two children died. 106 new cases confirmed, total 736 in 2026. UKHSA urges MMR vaccination.
Health officials in the West Midlands are urging parents to ensure children receive the MMR vaccine amid a rise in measles cases across the region.
Two children have died in a measles outbreak in England, with 106 new cases in two weeks. Health officials urge MMR vaccination as cases rise.
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RecommendedGrubby introduces plant-based protein ready meals, catering to vegans and health-conscious consumers in Birmingham.
Mollie King opens up about her collapse at home, thanking fans for support as she recovers and reflects on slowing down to prioritize health.
Health chiefs urge MMR vaccination as measles cases surge in the West Midlands, with 136 cases in 2026 and two child deaths nationally.
The NHS will expand AI analysis for chest X-rays to all trusts by 2029 with £20m funding, aiming to accelerate cancer diagnoses and improve patient outcomes.
Labour is examining making alcohol interlock devices compulsory for repeat drink-driving offenders in England, as confirmed by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander.
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RecommendedA new survey uncovers that many people in Birmingham avoid donating blood because they have never been asked. The findings aim to increase donor numbers.
The DWP confirms plans to boost face-to-face PIP assessments under the Timms Review, aiming to reverse the trend of remote assessments while acknowledging their ongoing role.
New research suggests weight-loss injections like Wegovy and Ozempic could reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers by 41%, but benefits may vary by race.
Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke's Kewstoke Farm Project wins the Outside Spaces Award at the Design in Mental Health Awards for transforming an overgrown plot into a therapeutic oasis.
Learn about Winter Fuel Payment 2026/27: qualifying week Sept 21-27, 2026, eligibility for those born before June 27, 1960, payment amounts, and automatic vs. manual claims.
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RecommendedThe TUC calls on the Labour government to introduce an emergency social tariff, cutting energy bills by up to £559 for low-income households, funded by a windfall tax on banks.
The MS Society calls for four changes to PIP: follow Scotland, end compulsory reassessments, scrap the 20-metre rule, and recognise fluctuating symptoms.
The MS Society calls on the DWP to scrap the 20-metre rule for PIP, arguing it creates a 'punitive cliff edge' that excludes many with compromised mobility from higher rate support.
Scottish Child Payment of £28.20 per week will be paid as usual on Monday, June 15, despite the World Cup Bank Holiday, Social Security Scotland confirms.
Resident doctors strike from June 15-19. Birmingham mental health providers ensure patient safety with alternative arrangements and 24/7 crisis support via NHS 111.
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RecommendedArraz Mzori, 22, fined £100 at Birmingham Magistrates' Court for cannabis possession after police smelled the drug. He must also pay £125 in surcharge and costs.