£200 Spring Cost-of-Living Payments Start Sunday for Households
Households can apply for £200 spring cost-of-living payments from local councils starting Sunday, with grants available regardless of benefit claims.
Category : Council Meetings
State Pensioners Over £35k to Lose £33 Monthly
The Government has confirmed new rules where pensioners with incomes exceeding £35,000 will have £33 deducted monthly from payments as part of Winter Fuel Payment clawbacks.
Birmingham Crowd Laughs as Fiona Bruce Intervenes in Andrew Debate
The BBC Question Time audience in Birmingham burst into laughter during a heated discussion about accusations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, with host Fiona Bruce stepping in to remind panelists he denies wrongdoing.
Birmingham Council Sells Former Vulnerable Adult Day Centre
Birmingham City Council has approved the sale of Fairway Day Centre in Kings Norton, one of four adult day centres closed last year amid budget cuts, as part of its financial recovery plan.
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Rossendale Mayor's February Diary: Events and Charity Work
The Mayor of Rossendale reflects on a busy February, attending Holocaust Memorial Day, school awards, charity balls, and community events across Lancashire.
Green Party Wins Gorton and Denton By-Election, Labour Third
Hannah Spencer of the Green Party has secured victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election after a tense three-way contest, with Labour falling to third place behind Reform UK. The result marks a significant political shift in the constituency.
Dudley Council Budget Debate Erupts in Verbal Brawls
Passions flared at Dudley Council's budget meeting as councillors exchanged heated blows over spending proposals, with the mayor struggling to maintain order amid procedural confusion.
Sandwell Councillor Joins Advance UK After Labour Exit
Councillor David Wilkes has left the Labour Party to join right-wing group Advance UK, marking his third political affiliation change since being elected as a Conservative in 2022.
Rachel Reeves to Present Spring Statement to Parliament
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will address Parliament with the Spring Statement, focusing on economic forecasts and fiscal stability, while facing calls for student loan reforms and High Street support.
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Ex-Norwegian PM Hospitalized After Epstein Files Link
Thorbjørn Jagland, former Norwegian Prime Minister, was rushed to hospital following severe stress from corruption charges linked to Jeffrey Epstein. His lawyer denies suicide attempt claims.
Labour Urges 750,000 to Claim Unclaimed Child Trust Funds
The Labour Party government alerts over 750,000 young adults born before 2012 to claim an average of £2,200 each from unclaimed Child Trust Fund accounts.
Birmingham Council Budget Fails in Dramatic Meeting
Birmingham City Council's Labour leadership failed to pass its annual budget, forcing adjournment and emergency negotiations ahead of a legal deadline, revealing deep internal divisions and political uncertainty.
Fourth Solihull Tory Councillor Joins Reform UK
Councillor Prish Sharma has left the ruling Conservative group on Solihull Council to join Reform UK, becoming the fourth defector. The move comes ahead of crucial local elections and budget meetings.
Stourbridge MP Steps Down as Dudley Councillor After Attendance Row
Labour MP Cat Eccles confirms she will not stand for re-election as a Dudley councillor in May, following criticism over her 36% attendance record at council meetings.
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Reeves Under Fire for Skipping £12.5bn Bank Windfall Tax
Campaigners argue Chancellor Rachel Reeves missed a chance to raise £12.5bn by taxing huge bank profits, opting instead for stealth taxes that squeeze ordinary workers financially.
Universal Credit Claims Surge as DWP Shifts Legacy Benefit Recipients
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals that nearly 80% of the recent increase in Universal Credit claimants stems from transfers from older benefits like income support, with total UK claimants reaching approximately 8.6 million by late 2025.
Starmer Announces £117 Energy Bill Cut for UK Households
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has confirmed a £117 annual reduction in energy bills for millions of UK households, effective from April, as part of Labour's cost-of-living relief measures.
Reeves' £150 Energy Pledge Hit by Network Costs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' promised £150 energy saving has been partially eroded by rising infrastructure costs, despite a 7% drop in the Ofgem price cap. The actual reduction falls short of initial targets.
New Tax Codes for Pensioners' Winter Fuel Repayments
Millions of state pensioners will receive updated tax codes from HMRC to recover winter fuel payments from those with incomes over £35,000, following a rule change by the Labour government.
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Unison Chief Urges End to Bin Strike and Budget Fix
Unison's general secretary Andrea Egan calls on Birmingham City Council to resolve the 14-month bin strike and pass a lawful budget, citing government funding increases and commissioner failures.
Birmingham Council Budget Sparks 'Powerhouse' vs 'Cesspit' Row
Birmingham City Council's budget debate erupted into a fiery clash over the city's reputation, with Labour leader hailing a 'thriving powerhouse' while opposition branded it a 'cesspit of Europe' amid financial turmoil.
DWP's New Bank Account Check Powers for Benefit Fraud
The DWP has issued a warning to millions of claimants about its three main powers for bank account checks under new fraud laws. A consultation on strict rules ends February 27, with £45 billion overpaid since the pandemic.
Birmingham Council Budget Meeting Adjourned Amid Strike Fury
A dramatic Birmingham City Council budget meeting was adjourned amid protests over the ongoing bins strike, with opposition councillors slamming Labour's leadership and claims of 'cat-sized rats' in rubbish piles.
Birmingham Reputation Row: 'Powerhouse' vs 'Cesspit' Debate
Birmingham's reputation became a heated battleground as council budget plans sparked intense debate, with leaders clashing over whether the city is a thriving powerhouse or a European cesspit.
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Pensioners Over £35,000 Face Winter Fuel Payment Clawback
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced new financial rules affecting state pensioners with incomes exceeding £35,000. These individuals will see deductions from their payments as HMRC recovers Winter Fuel Payments they no longer qualify for.
MP Hails Child Poverty Reduction as Benefit Cap Scrapped
Navendu Mishra MP details how scrapping the two-child benefit cap will lift thousands of children out of poverty in Stockport, alongside expanded free school meals and breakfast clubs.
Reform Party to Restore Two-Child Benefit Cap If Elected
The Reform Party has announced it will fully restore the two-child benefit cap if it wins the next general election, alongside changes to welfare eligibility and the Motability scheme.
Birmingham Council Budget Meeting Deadlock Forces Second Session
Birmingham City Council's crucial budget meeting concluded without a decision after Labour failed to secure enough votes. A second meeting must be held before March 11 to pass a legal budget, with cross-party negotiations now underway.
Government Must Manage Expectations on Andrew Info Release
A minister warns the public to be patient as the large volume of historical material in the Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could delay information release.
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Dudley Budget Passes with Lib Dem Ward-Focused Amendments
Dudley's 2026 budget has been approved after Liberal Democrats secured amendments for infrastructure projects in their wards, sparking criticism from opposition councillors who call it political opportunism.
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