Dudley Council Leader Slams Reform UK's £652m Debt Claim
Dudley Council's leader dismisses Reform UK's election leaflet claiming £652m debt as misguided, defending borrowing for long-term projects while Reform stands by highlighting taxpayer burden.
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Rachel Reeves: UK Belongs in Europe as EU Ties Strengthen
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares the UK belongs in Europe, citing Middle East conflicts as a driver for stronger EU trade agreements to reduce consumer prices.
Child Rapist Caught After DWP Universal Credit Claim
Sebastian Pavel Baltatu, 24, was deported in 2020 after raping a child under 13. He illegally returned to the UK and was caught when he applied for Universal Credit.
Birmingham Green Party on Bins Strike and Library Pledges
As local elections approach, the Green Party outlines its ambitions for Birmingham, addressing the ongoing bins strike, road safety, library protection, and giving the city hope again.
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Parachute Payments: Wolves' Potential Windfall After Relegation
Wolves are set for Championship football after relegation. Here's how parachute payments work and how much the club could receive in solidarity funds.
UK Inflation Rises to 3.3% Amid Global Conflict
UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March, the highest in three months, driven by rising fuel and energy costs linked to Middle East tensions. Chancellor Reeves vows to keep costs down.
Birmingham Election Hustings: Party Leaders Face Off Thursday
Birmingham's party leaders go head-to-head in a live hustings on Thursday ahead of the crucial local elections on May 7, covering key issues like roads, bins, and youth services.
Missing man Karl last seen in Bournville: police release CCTV
Karl, 41, was last seen in Bournville on April 17. West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image and appeal for information. He has connections to Southampton.
Mike Tapp MP Hosts Tea with Tapp and Pride in Place
MP Mike Tapp reflects on his first Tea with Tapp event, promoting informal community dialogue, and announces the Pride in Place board meeting with £20m funding for Dover.
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Local Elections: Fair Funding and Democracy Reform Needed
Stockport MP Lisa Smart highlights the need for fair funding and democratic reform ahead of local elections, warning of cuts despite council awards.
UK Inflation Rises to 3.3% Amid Middle East Fuel Price Surge
UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March 2026, driven by higher fuel prices from the Middle East conflict. Core CPI eased slightly to 3.1%.
FCA in Court Over £9.1bn Car Finance Compensation
Consumer Voice is taking the FCA to court over its £9.1bn compensation scheme for car finance victims, claiming it shortchanges consumers and delays payouts.
Drink Tsar Objects to Longer Alcohol Sales in Solihull
A public health official urges Solihull councillors to block a convenience shop's bid to sell alcohol from 6.30am, citing high addiction rates and safety risks.
DWP Claimants Face £500 Fines on Spain Holidays
UK tourists receiving PIP or DLA benefits are being warned of on-the-spot fines up to €1,000 for mobility scooter misuse in Tenerife and Benidorm this summer.
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Pensioners Born Before 1960 'Scapegoated' in Welfare Cost Row
Financial columnist Matthew Lynn defends retirees as calls grow to scrap the Triple Lock, arguing pensioners are unfairly blamed for ballooning welfare costs while COVID spending remains the larger issue.
State Pension Triple Lock Under Threat as Costs Soar
Personal finance experts warn the state pension triple lock, a key benefit for retirees, could be scrapped due to its escalating £15.5bn annual cost by 2030, sparking political debate.
DWP Early Benefit Payments for May Bank Holidays
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pension and benefit payments will be paid early for May bank holidays, following recent April increases.
Royal Mail Changes Second-Class Post from May
Royal Mail unveils two significant changes to second-class mail delivery starting next month, part of a £500 million plan to improve service reliability and tackle delays across the UK.
Political Centre Lost, Voters Drawn to Disruptive Voices
The political centre ground has become an empty space, losing its meaning as voters disengage from mainstream parties. People are increasingly drawn to voices that promise disruption and authenticity, feeling unheard by cautious, jargon-filled politics.
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Walsall Parties State Positions on Leather Museum Plan
All seven political groups contesting Walsall's local elections have declared their positions on the controversial Leather Museum relocation plan, with most opposing the move amid community backlash.
Dudley councillors call two-year report delay 'unacceptable'
Dudley councillors have expressed frustration over a two-year delay in receiving an external audit report on the failed sale of a former leisure centre, calling it unacceptable.
Trump Threatens Iran Strikes as Ceasefire Deadline Nears
Donald Trump warns of renewed military action against Iran if talks fail, with the US military 'raring to go' as a two-week ceasefire approaches its end.
Home Bargains Developer Wins Approval for 250+ Liverpool Homes
Davos Property Developments, the property arm of Home Bargains, secures planning permission for over 250 new homes on two stalled sites in Liverpool's city centre, including a 13-storey tower near the Baltic Triangle.
Derelict Birkenhead Site to Become Shops and Flat
A derelict site near Birkenhead North station is proposed for redevelopment into two commercial units and a residential flat, aiming to boost local economic vitality and improve the area's appearance.
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Farage Promises 'Fresh Start' for Sandwell with Reform
Reform leader Nigel Farage pledges a 'fresh start and new faces' if his party wins Sandwell council, aiming to end Labour's 50-year grip, but offers few specific policies.
Petition: Raise Tax-Free Allowance to £18,000 Due to Fiscal Drag
A parliamentary petition calling for HMRC to increase the personal tax allowance from £12,570 to £18,000 has gained 7,000 signatures, urging the Labour government to address fiscal drag issues.
MP Delayed by Ambassador Security Scandal, Then Visits Constituency
An MP's Friday constituency visits were delayed due to media interviews about a sacked US ambassador's security vetting failure. Afterward, the MP met local charities, a football club, and residents concerned about lorry traffic.
Labour Urged to Introduce April Bank Holiday for England
The Labour government is under pressure to create an extra bank holiday on St George's Day in April, with petitions arguing it would boost the economy and celebrate English cultural identity.
£9,000 Boiler Upgrade Grants for UK Households
The UK government announces increased Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants to £9,000 for oil and LPG heated properties, targeting rural areas and small businesses to reduce energy costs.
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Farage Defends 'Enemy Within' Comment on Civil Servant
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage refuses to apologise for calling top civil servant Olly Robbins 'the enemy within' in 2018, while praising his professionalism amid the Peter Mandelson security vetting row.
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