Council Seeks Injunction to Stop Bin Strike Protests
Birmingham City Council is in court today seeking an injunction to prevent bin strike supporters from blocking trucks and delaying waste collections across the city.
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MP Urges DWP to Close State Pension Gap
Labour MP Neil Duncan-Jordan calls on the Department for Work and Pensions to address the unfair difference between Basic and New State Pension rates, highlighting how 8.3 million older people are affected by unequal uprating mechanisms.
DWP Bank Checks Could Extend to Non-Benefit Households
The Department for Work and Pensions is considering extending bank account surveillance powers to include households not receiving benefits, as part of efforts to combat welfare fraud and error.
Staffordshire Council Leaderless After Racism Row
Staffordshire County Council remains without a permanent leader after a heated meeting where members accused each other of racism and 'hurtful' social media comments. Reform UK administration faces internal turmoil.
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DWP Can Issue £300 Daily Fines on Three Benefits Under Labour
The Department for Work and Pensions is set to enforce strict daily £300 penalties for non-compliance on Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants as part of a Labour-led crackdown on benefit fraud and error.
Mayor Honors Late Councillor and Champions Hyndburn Events
Hyndburn Mayor Josh Allen pays tribute to the late Councillor Marlene Haworth, reflects on school visits, royal engagements, and promotes upcoming charity ball for local causes.
Birmingham Labour Councillor Investigated Over Teen Tory Abuse
Senior Labour councillor Jamie Tennant investigated after complaint he made abusive comments to 19-year-old Conservative opponent during election count. Councillor has been 'spoken to' and 'reminded of party values'.
Rossendale Leader Calls for Views on Council Reorganisation
Rossendale Borough Council leader Alyson Barnes encourages residents and businesses to participate in a government consultation on replacing Lancashire's two-tier council system with unitary authorities to improve efficiency and services.
Council Tax Error Leaves 400,000 Owed Refunds
A widespread council tax error has resulted in approximately 400,000 UK households overpaying on their bills, with many owed substantial refunds. Experts urge homeowners to check their tax bands, as valuations may be decades out of date.
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DWP Urges Benefit Claimants to Claim £150 Discount by Feb 27
The Department for Work and Pensions is urging people on six specific benefits to claim their £150 Warm Home Discount before the February 27 deadline. Eligible households will receive this support annually until 2030/2031.
DWP Can Revoke Driving Licenses for Three Benefit Recipients
The Department for Work and Pensions gains new powers to suspend driving licenses from Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants owing over £1,000 in welfare debts.
DWP Pension Age Change Sparks Confusion Warning
The Department for Work and Pensions is raising the state pension age from 66 to 67 starting April, with experts warning it will catch many retirees off guard and create income gaps.
Reeves to Debate Doubling Tax Allowance to £25,000
The government will debate a petition-backed proposal to double the HMRC Personal Tax-Free Allowance to £25,000, with 100,000 signatures forcing parliamentary discussion ahead of the Spring Statement.
DWP Extends Bank Account Checks to Pension Credit
The Department for Work and Pensions is expanding intensive bank account monitoring powers to Pension Credit claimants, raising concerns about targeting elderly pensioners and potential overreach.
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DWP Can Raid Bank Accounts After 28-Day Notice Period
The Department for Work and Pensions receives new authority under Labour government legislation to directly deduct funds from benefits claimants' accounts following a mandatory 28-day notification period aimed at reducing fraud.
DWP Demands Bank Details for Fraud Crackdown
The Department for Work and Pensions will require banks to provide bank statements and salary details of benefits claimants under new powers to combat fraud and recover debts.
DWP Granted New Powers to Access Benefit Claimants' Bank Accounts
The Department for Work and Pensions has been given extensive new powers to check bank accounts of benefit claimants to combat fraud, but a watchdog warns of overreach risks and trust issues.
Dudley Council Cancels Rent Vote Over Fear of Losing
Dudley Council's Conservative leadership pulled a 4.8% rent hike vote from full council, moving it to cabinet after admitting they lacked support. Labour councillors accuse them of denying tenants transparency.
DWP Can Now Access 3 Months of Benefit Claimants' Bank Data
New legislation empowers the Department for Work and Pensions to compel banks to provide three months of statements from benefit claimants' accounts to verify eligibility and prevent fraud.
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Birmingham MP's Bin Strike Joke at Reform UK in PMQs
Perry Barr MP Ayoub Khan caused laughter in Parliament with a quip about rubbish 'beneath my nose' during PMQs, prompting Reform UK's Richard Tice to respond 'easy tiger'.
DWP to Check Joint Accounts in New Crackdown Bill
The Department for Work and Pensions gains new powers to access joint accounts and cryptocurrency under a recently passed bill, amid concerns over safeguards and public trust.
PM Starmer Urged to Intervene in Birmingham Bins Strike
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has acknowledged the need to resolve the ongoing Birmingham bins strike after being pressed during PMQs. The industrial action has now entered its second year with workers voting to extend it until September.
Petition Could Force HMRC to Double Pensioner Tax Allowance
A petition calling for a doubled personal tax allowance for state pensioners, raising it to over £25,000, is nearing the 100,000 signatures required for parliamentary debate. The proposal targets tax relief for retirees while ensuring wealthier pensioners
Watchdog Criticizes Chancellor Reeves on Tax Plans
The UK Statistics Authority has ruled that Chancellor Rachel Reeves should have been clearer about the impact of her business rate changes, which could raise costs for pubs despite a lower multiplier.
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DWP Sends Letters Before Bank Account Seizures in 22 Days
The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing new bank account checks with a multi-stage process, including sending letters to suspected benefit fraud cases before any funds are seized, following a critical Public Affairs Committee report.
DWP Bank Check Powers: PAC Warns of Overreach Risks
The Public Accounts Committee warns DWP's new bank-checking powers under the 2025 Act risk government overreach and must include strict safeguards and transparency.
DWP Bank Checks Target Pension Credit After Universal Credit
A Public Affairs Committee report reveals DWP plans to extend anti-fraud bank account checks to pensioners claiming Pension Credit, following similar measures for Universal Credit.
DWP Bank Account Checks to Include State Pensioners
MPs warn new DWP powers to check bank accounts will target state pensioners, despite department assurances of safeguards and independent oversight.
DWP to Dock Wages of Working Benefits Claimants
New government powers allow the DWP to make salary deductions from working benefits claimants, with employers legally required to comply. The measures aim to recover overpayments but face criticism over privacy and fairness concerns.
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MPs Warn DWP Over New Bank Account Check Powers
A parliamentary committee has raised serious concerns about the DWP's extensive new authority to access bank information and recover funds directly from accounts under the 2025 Fraud Act.
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