MSE Warning: Check Child Benefit Credits Before Pension Age
Money Saving Expert warns those near state pension age to verify Child Benefit credits for National Insurance, as HMRC's tool launch is delayed until 2027, risking gaps in records.
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Election Candidate Reports Ambush Attack, Police Probe
Julian Nistor, a Workers Party council candidate in Birmingham, claims he was ambushed by a group of men in Small Heath, fearing for his life. Police are investigating the incident as the May 7 election approaches.
UK Travel Warnings: Saudi Arabia and Bahrain Alert
The UK Foreign Office has issued urgent travel warnings for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain amid regional conflict, advising British nationals to take hard cover and exercise extreme caution.
Rachel Reeves Confirms State Pension Triple Lock Stays
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced the state pension triple lock will remain in place, ensuring annual increases linked to inflation, wage growth, or 2.5% to maintain pensioners' living standards.
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MP Updates on Local Projects and Criticizes County Council
An MP reports on new funding and projects in Rossendale, including a £20m Pride in Place fund and a Best Start Family Hub in Bacup, while criticizing the County Council for poor road maintenance and lack of support for a disabled resident.
Mother Stranded After Home Office eVisa Error Blocks UK Flight
A UK mother has been separated from her toddler after a Home Office admin error red-flagged her settled status, preventing her boarding a connecting flight from Germany to Edinburgh.
Hyndburn MP Updates on Hospital Plans and Local Funding
Sara Britcliffe MP details community engagements, Victoria Hospital redevelopment plans, and significant investments in Hyndburn and Haslingden ahead of local elections.
Dudley Council Election: Key Battlegrounds and Candidates
Local elections in Dudley are set for May 7, with 25 seats contested across key wards. Major parties field full slates, including high-profile clashes in Sedgley and Upper Gornal.
DWP £200 Winter Fuel for Pre-1960 Pensioners on Benefits
State pensioners born before June 1960 could receive £100-£300 for heating bills in winter 2026-2027. HMRC will reclaim payments from those earning over £35,000.
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HMRC Early £180 Child Benefit Payments for May
HMRC confirms Child Benefit payments will arrive early in May due to bank holidays. Claimants to receive £180 monthly, with new rates effective from April 6.
Dudley Leader: Officer's 'Easy' Remark Led to Exit
Dudley Council leader Patrick Harley issues a stark warning to highly paid officers: deliver results or face dismissal, citing an officer's 'It's easy' comment as grounds for departure.
Labour Rejects Changes to State Pension Triple Lock
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Labour will not alter the DWP's state pension triple lock despite pressure to cut welfare spending for defence funding, as all major parties commit to maintaining the policy.
Labour Supports Welfare Cuts for Defense Funding
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has publicly supported reducing the welfare budget to allocate more funds to defense, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves warns of difficult financial choices ahead.
Council Takes Down Flags on West Boulevard in Quinton
Birmingham City Council has removed dozens of national flags from lampposts on West Boulevard in Quinton, citing unauthorized attachments to public infrastructure as prohibited.
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Shell Petrol Station Expansion Approved in Solihull
Solihull Council's planning committee unanimously approved Shell's revised plan to expand a Warwick Road petrol station, despite objections from local residents and a councillor over increased noise and disturbance.
Floozie Steps Removed in Birmingham's Victoria Square Revamp
Construction work has begun on the steps near the iconic Floozie in the Jacuzzi as part of Birmingham's extensive city centre regeneration, with new paving and improved public spaces expected by late May.
Trump Warns Iran of 'Nuclear Holocaust' After Ceasefire
Donald Trump threatened Iran with a 'nuclear holocaust' unless it accepts a US deal, just hours after claiming credit for a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and inviting both leaders to White House peace talks.
Mayor Urges Developer to Protect Historic Electric Cinema
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker and Council Leader John Cotton have written an open letter to property developer Glenbrook, expressing serious concerns about the deteriorating condition of the UK's oldest working cinema and calling for urgent action to
Reeves Criticized for Defense Budget and Gender Equality Stance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is accused of withholding Armed Forces budget increases due to gender equality concerns, while Health Secretary Wes Streeting supports welfare cuts for defense funding.
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Birmingham HS2 Station Public Realm Plans Approved
Birmingham City Council has approved major public space designs around the new Curzon Street HS2 station, aiming to create a world-class landmark destination with distinct character areas including Station Square and Curzon Promenade.
Government Inspector Overrules Council on HMO Plans
A government planning inspector has approved two HMOs in Wolverhampton after overturning the council's rejection. The inspector dismissed crime and parking concerns raised by local authorities and police.
Mumbles Pier Restaurant Plans Delayed, Owners Seek Extension
The transformation of Mumbles Pier's old lifeboat station into a restaurant faces further delays as owners request a five-year extension to start work, originally approved in 2021.
MP Urges Action on West Brom's Financial Charge
Labour MP Sarah Coombes raises West Brom's financial charge in Parliament, calling for urgent resolution to avoid potential points deduction and relegation.
State Pension: DWP to Pay £966 in May After 4.8% Rise
The Department for Work and Pensions will pay state pensioners £966 in May due to a 4.8% increase in the new flat rate, raising weekly payments to £241.30. This annual rise of £575 results from the Triple Lock pledge, with eligibility requiring National I
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DWP £70 Weekly Mortgage Loans for Benefit Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions provides little-known loans averaging £70.30 weekly to help Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and ESA claimants cover mortgage interest payments, with 14,500 households currently claiming.
DWP Offers £218 Extra to Benefit Claimants via Loan
The Department for Work and Pensions provides additional cash through the Support for Mortgage Interest scheme, but recipients must repay it with interest when selling their home.
Green Party Proposes Automatic Benefit Payments in DWP Plan
The Scottish Greens' manifesto pledges automatic benefit enrollment without applications, drawing criticism from Conservatives who call the proposals 'bonkers'.
DWP Change for Universal Credit 'Double Pay Day' Problem
The Department for Work and Pensions has introduced an important adjustment to address the 'double pay day' issue affecting Universal Credit claimants, as explained by Minister Sir Stephen Timms in Parliament.
Reform UK: Judge Us in Dudley, Not From Miles Away
Reform UK is focusing on Dudley's local elections, aiming to expand its council presence while addressing criticism of its performance in other councils it controls.
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Council Tax Rule Change Offers £41 Monthly Discount
A major council tax reform in England will extend payment periods to 12 months by default, reducing monthly bills by £41 for many households and requiring councils to collaborate on sustainable repayment plans.
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