DWP Deadline: PIP Claimants Must Submit Evidence in Two Months
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a nationwide call for evidence for the Timms Review, giving PIP claimants until May 28, 2026, to share their experiences and insights.
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DWP Cold Weather Payments End for Claimants March 31
The Department for Work and Pensions will cease its £25 Cold Weather Payments for Universal Credit, JSA, and ESA claimants after March 31, 2026, as the winter scheme concludes.
Starmer Calls Emergency Meeting on Economic Fallout
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer chairs emergency Cobra meeting with Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey to address economic risks from Middle East conflict, focusing on inflation, energy security, and supply chains.
DWP Told to Bring Back Face-to-Face PIP Assessments
Conservative analysis reveals a £1.8 billion annual increase in PIP claims due to remote assessments, prompting calls for more in-person evaluations to ensure proper checks and reduce welfare costs.
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DWP Faces New Inquiry Over Carers Allowance Delays
MPs are threatening a new investigation into the Department for Work and Pensions over significant delays in providing redress to unpaid carers affected by overpayment scandals.
HMRC to Resume Child Benefit Crackdown After High Error Rate
HMRC is set to resume a controversial anti-fraud scheme that previously stripped Child Benefit from thousands of UK households, despite a 71% error rate in initial targeting.
2026 UK Bank Holidays: Extra Date for Scotland
The complete list of UK bank holidays for 2026 has been released, featuring an additional date in Scotland to celebrate the national football team's World Cup qualification.
Former Officer's AI Photo Sparked Police Investigation
A former West Midlands Police officer who now works on OnlyFans claims an AI-generated image of her on a police car led to an internal investigation, with the force confirming her resignation last year.
New £200 Emergency Payments Start in April for Low-Income Households
The Government launches a Crisis and Resilience Fund in April, providing cash grants to struggling households. Local councils will distribute payments based on financial need, not benefit status.
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Birmingham Council IT Fix Delayed, Sparks 'Lack of Respect' Row
Birmingham City Council faces criticism as the reimplementation of its troubled Oracle finance system is delayed until July 2026, with costs projected at £144 million amid ongoing political tensions.
Car Tax Hikes Announced for 2026: Drivers Face Higher Costs
Millions of petrol, diesel, and electric vehicle owners will see significant car tax increases from April 2026, with the highest polluters facing the steepest rises as outlined in the Autumn Budget.
Cardiff Council SUV Tax Backfires on Own Fleet
Cardiff Council's proposed higher parking charges for heavy vehicles would inadvertently apply to around 1,000 council-owned vehicles, drawing criticism from taxpayers' groups.
Car Tax Changes: Drivers to Pay Up to £5,690 from 2026
The Labour government confirms Vehicle Excise Duty hikes from April 2026, with rates rising in line with RPI and pay-per-mile for electric cars launching in 2028.
Walsall Council Plans Permanent Flagpoles at Brownhills Island
Walsall Council has unveiled plans to install permanent flagpoles at Brownhills Miner Island, aiming to create a managed patriotic display following months of divisive flag installations.
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Walsall's Blakenall Gets £20m Government Funding Boost
Walsall Council approves next steps for the £20 million Pride in Place programme in Blakenall, with a resident-led board to decide spending. The council must submit board members by July 2026.
Council Leader Accused of Loud Redundancy Talk Near Staff
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch faces allegations of discussing redundancies loudly near staff before Christmas. He narrowly survived a no-confidence vote this week.
State Pension April Payment Changes Due to Easter Holidays
Retirees are advised to monitor bank accounts as Easter bank holidays will shift some state pension payment dates, with most affected payments arriving on April 2.
Reeves Tax Rules Target Pensioners with Modest Savings
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners face income tax bills as frozen tax bands and rising state pensions push them over the personal allowance limit, sparking criticism of Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Unite Responds to Birmingham Bin Strike Negotiation Offer
Unite union has responded positively to Birmingham City Council leader's offer to resume talks to end the year-long bin strike, with both sides expressing willingness to negotiate.
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Correction Over Misleading State Pension Age Article
A news article from August 2026 has been corrected after being found misleading regarding state pension age changes and life expectancy in Blackpool.
UK Passport Fees to Increase 8% from April 8
The Home Office proposes an 8% hike in UK passport fees from April 8, 2026, potentially pushing adult costs above £100 for the first time. Children's and pensioners' fees will also increase, subject to parliamentary approval.
MPs Urge DWP to Mitigate State Pension Age Change
MPs press government to implement benefits top-up system as state pension age rises from 66 to 67, with experts warning of poverty risks and proposing Universal Credit adjustments.
Government Payment Increases Start April 2026
Nearly 24 million people across the UK will see higher State Pension and benefit payments from April 6, 2026, as the DWP updates rates to help with living costs until 2027.
State Pensioners Exempt from DWP PIP Changes
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pensioners will not face Personal Independence Payment changes requiring higher daily living scores, as Labour's pensions minister explains new rules targeting sustainability.
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Pensioners Face Unexpected HMRC Tax Forms as Thresholds Freeze
Vulnerable state pensioners may be unaware they must soon complete HMRC forms to settle tax bills due to frozen thresholds, with 600,000 expected to be affected this year.
Trump's Pearl Harbor Joke Stuns Japanese PM at White House
US President Donald Trump made an inappropriate joke referencing Pearl Harbor during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, leaving the Oval Office in stunned silence. The leaders discussed Iran conflict and energy security.
Birmingham Bin Strike: Council Leader Seeks Urgent Talks
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton has called for an urgent meeting with Unite union to resolve the year-long bin strike, while stressing the need for realism and maintaining fair pay progress.
DWP Warned Over 'Extreme' State Pension Changes
The Department for Work and Pensions faces warnings that the New State Pension is unsustainable due to an ageing population and rising costs, with experts calling for gradual adjustments.
Birmingham's Potential vs Reputation Crisis: Street Speaks
Former West Midlands Mayor Andy Street acknowledges Birmingham's 'crippled' reputation due to council bankruptcy and bins strike, but insists the city's economic fundamentals and investment potential remain strong, calling for new leadership to drive forw
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Final £110 Payments for State Pensioners Over 66
The DWP is distributing last £110 Household Support Fund payments to eligible state pensioners over 66 in March, with Derbyshire Council extending support through its Discretionary Fund.
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