New England School Uniform Law Limits Branded Items to Three
The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act caps compulsory branded uniform items at three, aiming to reduce costs for parents. Ties are excluded for secondary schools.
Category : Politics
Dudley Labour Leader Backs Starmer Amid Election Challenge
Despite predicted losses, Dudley's Labour group leader Cllr Adam Aston supports Sir Keir Starmer, citing government successes and acknowledging missteps.
TBI Proposes Scrapping Triple Lock for Flexible Pension
The Tony Blair Institute suggests replacing the state pension with a Lifespan Fund, ending the triple lock to allow early access to funds for career changes or care, aiming to save £66bn yearly by 2070.
Handsworth West Gets £20m Pride in Place Boost
Birmingham's Handsworth West area is set to receive up to £20 million over 10 years through the government's Pride in Place Programme, empowering communities to decide on local improvements.
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Villa Chief Slams VAR Over Unpunished Tackle
Damian Vidagany criticizes VAR for not reviewing a tackle on Ollie Watkins during Villa's Europa League semi-final loss to Nottingham Forest.
Asda Recalls Cod Fishcakes Over Metal or Plastic Fears
Asda has urgently recalled its Exceptional by Asda Beer Battered Cod Fishcakes due to possible metal or plastic contamination. Customers are advised not to eat the product and return it for a full refund.
Reedswood School Plan Sparks Political Debate in Walsall
Political parties in Walsall reveal their stances on the controversial £50m Reedswood Park school project, with residents opposing the loss of woodland and traffic concerns.
DWP Urged to Reject 'Unacceptable' State Pension Plan
Former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb has criticized the Tony Blair Institute's proposal to replace the triple lock with a 'Lifespan Fund', calling it bewildering and intrusive.
Edge Hill Politics Students Visit Scottish Parliament
Edge Hill University politics students visited the Scottish Parliament, meeting MSPs and watching First Minister's Questions, plus a visit to the Romanian Consulate.
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DWP to Send £200 Extra to State Pensioners Aged 66-80
The DWP will automatically pay £200 to state pensioners aged 66-80 this winter, with £300 for those over 80, as part of Winter Fuel Payments.
State Pensioners Born After 1960 Could Get Early DWP Payments
Sir Tony Blair's thinktank proposes scrapping the triple lock and replacing the state pension with a Lifespan Fund, allowing early access to payments for those born after 1960.
DWP Urged to Scrap Triple Lock, Cancel £2,100 Pension Rise
Sir Tony Blair's thinktank calls on DWP to cancel planned £2,100 state pension increases and scrap the triple lock, citing rising costs and an aging population.
HMRC Sends Tax Bills to Extra One Million Pensioners
HMRC data reveals over 8.16 million taxpayers aged over 66, up from 7.14 million, as frozen thresholds drag more pensioners into tax.
HMRC Tax Band Change Hits One Million State Pensioners
HMRC has changed the tax band for one million state pensioners, with over 300,000 more people dragged into higher rates due to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax raid.
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HMRC Paying £180 Child Benefit Bonuses This Friday
HMRC is depositing £180 into Child Benefit claimants' accounts on Friday, reflecting new weekly rates of £27.05 for the first child and £17.90 for additional children.
Blair Thinktank Calls for End to Triple Lock for Pensioners
The Tony Blair Institute has urged the DWP to scrap the triple lock for all state pensioners, citing unaffordability and an ageing population. Chancellor Reeves defends the commitment.
8 Million Pensioners Face Tax Rise as Thresholds Frozen
HMRC data reveals 8.2 million state pensioners now pay income tax due to frozen thresholds since 2021, with bills set to increase through fiscal drag until 2031.
Reform UK Surge Predicted in West Midlands Council Elections
Two new polls forecast major Reform UK gains in Birmingham, Sandwell, Coventry, and Walsall, with potential for no overall control in Birmingham.
New Dog Law for 11 Million UK Households Starts Friday
From May 1, 2026, tenants in England can request pets under the Renters' Rights Act. Landlords have 28 days to respond and cannot unreasonably refuse.
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Tortilla in Birmingham fails hygiene check over mouse droppings
Tortilla at Birmingham Grand Central failed hygiene inspection with mouse droppings found in seven areas. Score of two requires improvement.
Appeal Lodged After Walsall Rooftop Venue Refusal
An appeal has been filed after Walsall Council refused planning permission for a controversial rooftop street food court, citing fire safety and drainage issues.
Epstein Suicide Note Hidden in NY Vault for Seven Years
A suicide note reportedly written by Jeffrey Epstein in jail has allegedly been locked away in a New York courthouse vault for nearly seven years, with cellmate Nicholas Tartaglione claiming its haunting final words read 'Time to say goodbye'.
Second Murder Charge After Worcester Garage Fire
A second man has been charged with murder after a body was found in a burning garage on Surman Street, Worcester. David Jones, 34, will appear in court tomorrow.
UK Terror Threat Raised to Severe After Stabbings
The UK terror threat level has been raised to 'severe' following the Golders Green stabbings, meaning an attack is now 'highly likely'.
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Wren Kitchens Barton HQ Safe Despite US Bankruptcy Filing
Wren Kitchens has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the US, but confirms its Barton head office and UK operations are unaffected, with turnover surpassing £1bn in 2025.
Patel: Morrison's Appointment Deserved After Survival
West Brom owner Shilen Patel insists the club's survival was no accident as he hails James Morrison's permanent appointment after an unbeaten run.
£6 Gadget Can Lead to 5 Years Jail Under New UK Law
A new law in England and Wales criminalizes owning cheap electronic devices used for car theft, with penalties up to 5 years in prison and unlimited fines.
HMRC Warns Pre-1960 Pensioners on Tax Threshold
HMRC warns state pensioners born before 1960 that their state pension counts as taxable income, with the personal allowance set at £12,570.
West Brom Close in on James Morrison as Permanent Boss
West Bromwich Albion are nearing the appointment of James Morrison as permanent head coach after a ten-game unbeaten run secured Championship safety, with 96% fan support.
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Council Seeks Bin Lorry Injunction Extension to 2028
Birmingham City Council has applied to extend a High Court injunction preventing protesters from blocking bin lorries at depots until January 2028.
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