Royal Mail 2025 Christmas Stamps: Release Dates
Discover when Royal Mail's highly anticipated 2025 Christmas stamps go on sale at Post Offices and online. Get the essential dates for festive mailing planning.
Category : Politics
Thousands missing out on £3,065 council tax support
Exclusive investigation reveals millions in unclaimed council tax support as families struggle with soaring living costs. Find out if you're eligible for this crucial financial help.
UK areas most likely to receive energy bill support revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals the UK areas most likely to receive energy bill support this winter as the cost of living crisis deepens. Find out if your household qualifies.
MP returns £10k donation from pharmacy chain
Shadow Justice Secretary returns £10,000 donation from Jhoots Pharmacy following concerns about the company's regulatory compliance and business practices.
DWP State Pension Age Changes: What You Need to Know
Exclusive analysis reveals how upcoming DWP state pension age reforms could impact millions of Britons' retirement plans and financial futures.
State Pension Age Could Rise to 70 Sooner Than Expected
Exclusive analysis reveals government plans to accelerate state pension age increases, potentially forcing millions of Britons to work years longer than expected amid growing retirement uncertainty.
Chancellor urged to protect family tax credits
Rachel Reeves urged to protect vital support as concerns grow over plans to scrap working family payments amidst cost of living crisis.
Walsall's £50 Garden Waste Charge Sparks Anger
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
DWP Could Make State Pension Changes Boosting Payments
The Department for Work and Pensions is exploring significant reforms to the State Pension system that could increase payments for millions of pensioners across the UK. Discover how these potential changes might affect your retirement planning.
Royal expert warns of 'something bigger' after Harry defeat
A prominent royal commentator suggests Prince Harry's recent legal setback over UK security arrangements may be just the beginning of more significant challenges ahead for the Duke of Sussex.
Universal Credit 2024: Full List of Payment Changes
Major Universal Credit reforms are coming in 2024, including increased work allowances, childcare support changes, and tougher sanctions. Here's everything you need to know.
DWP confirms November £300 cost of living payment dates
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the November payment schedule for the £300 cost of living support. Discover exactly when eligible households will receive this crucial financial assistance.
Government rejects Devon council reorganisation plans
Major local government reorganisation in Devon halted as ministers reject plans to create single unitary authorities for Plymouth and Torbay, maintaining current two-tier system.
DWP confirms 24 benefits rising in April 2024
Millions of Britons receiving DWP benefits including Universal Credit and State Pension are set for a significant payment increase this April, with inflation figures confirming the rise. Here's the full list of benefits affected and what it means for hous
Prince Harry's Scathing Court Attack on Royal Aide
The Duke of Sussex makes stunning courtroom appearance, describing former royal press secretary as 'dangerous' and 'acting without permission' in dramatic phone hacking testimony
BBC considered sacking Clarkson before fracas scandal
Explosive new documents reveal the BBC considered sacking Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear months before the infamous 'fracas' that ended his career with the corporation.
Triple bill hike nightmare for UK households in April
Millions of British families face a perfect storm of rising costs as council tax, broadband and mobile bills, and water charges are all set to increase simultaneously this spring, adding hundreds of pounds to annual living expenses.
Labour told to scrap 'cruel' £86k child benefit cap
Labour faces growing pressure to abandon controversial two-child benefit limit as new analysis reveals 1.6 million children affected by policy branded 'deeply cruel'.
Council rejects industrial estate flats plan in Wednesbury
Sandwell Council has refused controversial plans to convert a Wednesbury industrial estate into 173 apartments, citing concerns about losing employment space and inadequate infrastructure.
Wolverhampton's Raglan Street faces demolition in regeneration push
Wolverhampton City Council has approved further changes to demolish Raglan Street buildings, marking another step in the city's major regeneration plans to create new commercial spaces and revitalise the urban landscape.
Labour's new rule for every UK town could transform local power
Exclusive: Labour considers mandatory 'Take Back Control' bills requiring councils to create bespoke powers for their communities in radical devolution shake-up.
Rachel Reeves to announce major planning reforms and new towns
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to unveil Labour's radical planning reforms and new town developments to boost economic growth and tackle the housing crisis.
Income Tax Shock: Frozen Thresholds Cost Workers Hundreds
Millions of UK workers face unexpected income tax increases as frozen thresholds push more earnings into higher tax brackets. Discover how this stealth tax raid could impact your paycheck.
WASPI women warned over state pension triple lock threat
Millions of women born in the 1950s could see their state pension payments threatened by potential changes to the triple lock system, sparking fresh concerns about retirement security.
TV licence fee to hit £180+ by 2026
Households across the UK are bracing for another TV licence fee increase as the BBC confirms costs will rise with inflation for the next five years, potentially pushing the annual bill beyond £180.
Birmingham Council Meeting Erupts in Chaos
A Birmingham City Council meeting descended into chaos as residents and councillors clashed over budget cuts and service reductions, with police intervention required to maintain order.
Dudley Council's student block rejected on green belt
Planning inspectors uphold decision to refuse major student accommodation development on protected green belt land in Dudley, dealing blow to council's housing plans.
2026 State Pension: New £10,380 Rule Revealed
Major changes to State Pension rules coming in 2026 could see pensioners needing £10,380 in additional income or risk losing valuable benefits. Here's what you need to know.
HMRC tax change could hit millions with council tax bills
A major HMRC system overhaul could leave millions of Brits facing surprise council tax demands as benefit data sharing changes threaten payment disruptions.
'People's PM' Film: UK's Biggest Campaign Story in Birmingham
Discover how the most supported campaign in UK political history is brought to life in a powerful documentary screening in Birmingham this month.
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