Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers Spring Statement, forecasting £18 billion borrowing reduction by Autumn and £1,000 annual income boost by 2029 election, while cautioning against policy changes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends the Government's economic strategy despite the Office for Budget Responsibility cutting its 2026 GDP growth forecast from 1.4% to 1.1%, while upgrading later years.
The Foreign Office will prioritize vulnerable British nationals for evacuation on a charter flight from Muscat, Oman, as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Rydding Auto Sale in West Bromwich has collapsed after Sandwell Council refused retrospective planning permission, citing harm to residential amenity and highway impacts, leaving drivers uncertain.
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Swansea Council's cabinet has approved further work on the Civic Centre transformation, aiming to add cafes, bars, shops, apartments, and leisure facilities to the seafront site.
Alex Burghart MP details his dual responsibilities addressing national scandals in Parliament while continuing to advocate for Brentwood and Ongar's local businesses and education projects.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares her economic strategy is 'the right one for Britain' on social media, facing public criticism as she prepares to deliver the Spring Statement with projections for public spending and growth.
Conservative candidate Steve Hancock, a political newcomer, will stand in the Wollaston and Stourbridge Town ward in the May 2026 Dudley Council elections, focusing on hope and respect.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her Spring Statement today, with potential announcements on cash ISA reforms, pension tax lock, Lifetime ISA updates, state pension, and student loans.
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Solihull Council has approved changes to its council tax support scheme, potentially reducing aid for some households. The decision follows a 4.99% council tax rise and aims to address a £811,000 deficit.
Marie Goldman MP argues the UK should study Norway's comprehensive 'Total Defence' approach as global tensions escalate, following her visit to the Arctic Circle with the Parliamentary Knowledge Scheme.
The UK Foreign Office confirms 102,000 Britons have registered in the Middle East amid the US-Iran crisis, with evacuation plans being prepared as flights are grounded.
Two drones attacked the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, causing minor damage and a fire. American citizens have been urgently advised to shelter in place immediately as threats remain elevated.
Birmingham City Council has approved its budget after tense negotiations, securing additional funding for pothole repairs, homelessness support, youth services, and libraries through last-minute Liberal Democrat amendments.
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Birmingham City Council has passed a budget with a 4.99% council tax increase for 2026/27, raising Band D bills by over £116. The decision follows a dramatic adjournment and political debate over services and financial recovery.
Birmingham City Council reconvenes today under a legal warning to approve a £4.4 billion budget and set council tax, with Labour's slim majority adding tension to the vote.
Birmingham City Council faces a critical budget vote today after cross-party talks ended in a stalemate. The Labour group aims to push through a £4.4 billion budget without opposition support, with a legal deadline of March 11 approaching.
The UK Foreign Office is preparing for a mass evacuation of British nationals from six Middle Eastern countries after Iran launched attacks, closing Dubai and Doha airports and cancelling over 3,400 flights.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will outline the UK's economic state and future forecasts in a major House of Commons speech, with potential updates on benefits and payments.
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Following a heated budget debate at Birmingham City Council where the city was labeled both a 'powerhouse' and 'cesspit', residents emphasize that community spirit defines Birmingham's true character.
The Government has confirmed Winter Fuel Payments will be issued to all pensioners in 2026, but only those with incomes under £35,000 will qualify to keep the £200-£300 allowance, with HMRC reclaiming funds from others.
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves is closely monitoring oil price movements as concerns grow over potential fuel duty increases linked to Middle East military action.
A pensions expert maintains that WASPI women should receive compensation for DWP maladministration, despite the Labour government's continued refusal to implement the Ombudsman's recommendations.
The Department for Work and Pensions is ending Employment and Support Allowance payments in March, completing the transition to Universal Credit. Over 1.3 million claimants must apply for UC to avoid losing benefits.
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New satellite imagery from Iran reveals widespread destruction from US-Israeli airstrikes and massive public mourning for the slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Legal experts have strongly criticized the Labour government's refusal to pay £2,950 compensation to 3.6 million WASPI women affected by state pension age changes.
Birmingham City Council is distributing £200 emergency cash payments in March through the Household Support Fund, with a new Crisis and Resilience Fund launching in April to aid struggling households.
The UK Foreign Office has revised travel advisories for 15 countries in the Middle East, with some areas now off-limits. Evacuation plans for British nationals are underway as regional tensions escalate.
A comprehensive guide to the 11 money changes affecting UK households in March 2026, covering transport fares, benefits, and government support schemes.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces UK will allow US use of British bases for defensive strikes on Iranian missile sites, while stressing lessons learned from Iraq war.
