Scotland Gets Extra Bank Holiday for World Cup 2026
King Charles has proclaimed Monday, June 15, 2026, as a public holiday in Scotland to celebrate the national team's return to the FIFA World Cup after 28 years.
Category : Politics
Chico Backs Sharon Osbourne for Birmingham Council
X Factor star Chico Slimani has publicly endorsed Sharon Osbourne's potential political run for Birmingham City Council, praising her as a 'no nonsense' leader.
Birmingham Bin Protest Injunction with Two-Year Prison Threat
Birmingham City Council has applied for a six-month injunction to restrict protest activities supporting bin strikes, with potential two-year prison sentences for breaches.
DWP Scrutinised Over Data Sharing Expansion Plans
The Department for Work and Pensions faces parliamentary questioning over proposed legal changes to expand claimant data sharing with local councils across England.
DWP Accused of 'Culture of Complacency' Over Carer's Allowance
The Department for Work and Pensions faces severe criticism for failing to fix Carer's Allowance flaws despite a six-year-old promise, with MPs accusing officials of a damaging culture.
Wolverhampton Bar Licence Review After Unreported Fight
West Midlands Police call for licence review at The Garden Bar after discovering unreported late-night brawl via CCTV footage during unrelated investigation.
Dudley Council Regenerates 24 Derelict Sites
Dudley Council has identified 24 neglected plots across the borough for redevelopment through its Stalled and Derelict Sites Programme, aiming to transform eyesores into community assets.
West Midlands Police Funding Formula 'Unfit for Purpose'
West Midlands Police leaders claim the force is being 'ripped off' by an outdated funding formula, losing £43 million annually while council tax increases are approved.
Birmingham Council: Bankruptcy Over But Challenges Remain
Birmingham City Council claims it has shed its 'bankrupt' status after closing a £300m budget gap, but opposition councillors warn of continued service cuts, tax hikes, and unresolved strikes.
Council Rejects 83-Home Plan Near Industrial Park
Wigan Council has refused planning permission for an 83-home estate in Atherton, citing proximity to an industrial park and potential impacts on business operations.
Labour Revolt Over Mandelson Scandal Forces Starmer Climbdown
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a major Labour backbench revolt after revelations about Lord Mandelson's Epstein ties, forcing a climbdown on document transparency.
Birmingham Councillor's Family Link Stress to Heart Attack Death
Family of Birmingham councillor Waseem Zaffar believe stress from Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban controversy contributed to his fatal heart attack at age 44.
Birmingham Estate Regeneration Quashed by High Court
Birmingham City Council's planning permission for Druids Heath regeneration has been quashed by the High Court following a legal challenge over transparency issues regarding affordable housing.
DWP and Labour Issue New WASPI Compensation Statement
A parliamentary petition demanding compensation for 1950s-born women affected by state pension age changes has forced the government to issue a formal response.
Sharon Osbourne Birmingham Council Election Speculation
Birmingham's Conservative group invites Sharon Osbourne to stand in local elections, while Labour leader praises her advocacy but questions eligibility requirements.
Petition: Keep State Pension Triple Lock Until 2029
A new petition urges the DWP and Labour government to protect the Triple Lock until 2029, citing its crucial role in preventing pensioner poverty.
Starmer's Anger Over Mandelson: 'Betrayed Country'
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expresses public-level anger, revealing plans to strip Peter Mandelson's title and remove him from Privy Council over Epstein lies.
Birmingham Leader Defends HS2, Labels Reform 'Not Serious'
Birmingham Council Leader John Cotton has robustly defended the HS2 project against calls to scrap it, criticising Reform UK as 'not a serious political party' while highlighting the scheme's economic benefits.
Update in Fight to Double Pensioners' Tax Allowance
A petition on the Labour Party Parliament website urging the government to double state pensioners' tax allowance has gained significant traction, nearing the threshold for parliamentary debate.
Birmingham Council Seeks High Court Ban on Protests
Birmingham City Council has launched an urgent High Court bid to ban disruptive protests outside bin depots, citing severe service disruption affecting thousands of households.
Birmingham Bin Strikes: No End Date Given by Council Leader
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton has refused to provide a timeline for resolving the bin strikes, now in their second year, citing financial constraints and ongoing disputes with Unite the union.
Terrorist Candidate Accepts Sharon Osbourne's Election Bid
Shahid Butt, a former jihadist running for councillor in Sparkhill, responds to Sharon Osbourne's potential candidacy and discusses his controversial views.
Wales Plans New Water Regulator to Replace Ofwat
The Welsh Government has published ambitious plans to establish a dedicated Welsh water regulator, requiring UK Government approval and legislative changes to address sewage scandals and environmental concerns.
Parkside Regeneration Phase Two Approved in Newton-le-Willows
St Helens Council has approved the second phase of the Parkside Colliery redevelopment, adding 1.6 million sq ft of logistics and manufacturing space to boost the local economy.
Wolverhampton's £12.5m Depot Plan Approved
City of Wolverhampton Council secures planning permission for a new £12.5m depot and taxi licensing office, relocating services to Hickman Avenue to support regeneration and electric vehicle transition.
Mountbatten-Windsor Moves Out After Epstein Files Release
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has vacated his Windsor residence, relocating to Norfolk temporarily as police assess new allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Birmingham Bin Strike: No End Date Given by Council Leader
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton declines to set a timeline for ending the ongoing bins strike, now in its second year, while expressing commitment to finding a solution.
Afghan Man's UK Arrival Revealed in Rape Trial
Warwick Crown Court hears defendant Ahmad Mulakhil arrived in Britain four months before alleged sex attacks on a 12-year-old schoolgirl in Nuneaton.
Reform UK Branded Racist Over Benefit Cap Policy
Reform UK faces accusations of racism over its policy to lift the two-child benefit cap only for British-born working families, sparking heated parliamentary debate about discrimination and work incentives.
Nursery Worker Who Abused Babies Faces Deportation
Roksana Lecka, jailed for eight years for abusing 21 babies at Twickenham Green Nursery, will be deported to Poland this Thursday amid concerns from parents and MPs.
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