Chris Brown in Court for Nightclub Bottle Attack Case
R&B singer Chris Brown attended a pre-trial hearing at Southwark Crown Court regarding alleged assault and weapon charges from a 2023 Mayfair nightclub incident.
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Netflix Viewers Warned of £1,000 TV Licence Fine
UK households watching live TV on streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or YouTube must have a TV Licence or risk prosecution and a £1,000 fine, warns TV Licensing.
Birmingham Bins Strike: Council Tax Boycott Threat
Community activist Bishop Dr. Desmond Jaddoo MBE urges Birmingham residents to withhold council tax payments as bin strike continues, with costs reaching £14.6m.
MPs Urge PM to Intervene in Birmingham Bin Strike
Over 30 Labour MPs have called on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to help resolve the Birmingham bin strike, now in its second year, warning of significant reputational damage to the party.
Solihull Restaurant Licence Review Over Illegal Workers
Jade Wok in Solihull awaits a licensing decision after police alleged illegal employment, with the manager claiming the men were just cooking dinner.
HS2 Blamed for Dudley Council Recruitment Crisis
Dudley Council's chief executive reveals HS2 rail line demand is creating severe recruitment challenges for specialist officers, contributing to a £1.2 million departmental overspend.
Ex-Militant Shahid Butt Stands for Sparkhill Council
Shahid Butt, a former militant convicted in Yemen, announces his candidacy for Sparkhill's council elections, addressing his controversial past and community-focused platform.
MPs Urge Starmer to Act on Birmingham Bins Strike
Over 30 Labour MPs have written to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, urging immediate intervention in the Birmingham bins strike, now in its second year, warning of reputational damage and strained union relations.
Ex-Terror Plotter Seeks Birmingham Council Seat
Shahid Butt, a Birmingham activist previously jailed for involvement in an armed terror plot, is standing as an independent candidate for Sparkhill ward in the city council elections.
Universal Credit Claimants Get £150 Winter Bonus
Millions of low-income households on Universal Credit are receiving a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, with energy bills also set to fall from April.
Council Tax Protest Threat in Birmingham Bins Strike
Community leader Bishop Dr. Desmond Jaddoo urges residents to withhold payments as bin strike tensions escalate, while council warns of legal duty to pay.
Council Must Publish Historic Child Abuse Report
A tribunal has ruled Walsall Council must disclose a historic child sexual abuse review, overturning earlier decisions to withhold the documents.
WASPI compensation decision due before March
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed a decision on compensation for WASPI women will be announced before March 1st, following Parliamentary questioning about the £2,950 recommended payouts.
BBC Uses iPlayer to Catch TV Licence Dodgers
The BBC plans to link 40 million online accounts to TV licence status at addresses, using iPlayer data to identify fee evaders as traditional enforcement methods decline.
MP Slams Misleading Tactics, Backs Veterans and Football
Marie Goldman MP addresses frustration over baseless political accusations, defends vote on Northern Ireland legacy legislation, and shares experience at Horsham vs Chelmsford football match.
£150 Energy Bill Cut for Non-Benefit Households Announced
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a £150 annual energy bill reduction for millions of households not claiming benefits, alongside Warm Home Discount extensions.
Triple Lock Financial Viability Questioned by Quilter
New analysis from wealth manager Quilter raises concerns about the long-term affordability of the state pension triple lock, prompting calls for the DWP to examine the mechanism.
Birmingham Bin Strike Costs Hit £14.6m in Ongoing Dispute
Birmingham City Council reveals strike costs could total £14.6m by March as Unite union demands fair deal for workers. Council claims offers are fair while union describes negotiations as stalled.
DWP Bank Checks: Exempt Households Named
New DWP powers allow bank account checks for benefits claimants, but certain households remain exempt. Discover which benefits are targeted and why State Pension recipients are safe.
Newcastle Households Get £300 DWP Cost of Living Help
Eligible households in Newcastle are receiving one-off payments of £200-£300 from the DWP's Household Support Fund to help with the cost of living crisis.
Cinnabar Hertford Licence Variation Application Submitted
Belvue Business Hub Ltd has applied to vary the premises licence for Cinnabar in Hertford, seeking extended hours for films, music, sports, dance, alcohol sales, and late-night refreshment until 3:45am on weekends.
Dad 'Hysterical' After Baby Death, Court Hears
A father became hysterical and repeatedly apologised after learning his five-week-old daughter had died from catastrophic injuries, Stafford Crown Court hears as both parents deny murder charges.
Newcastle Cost of Living Payments Rise to £300
Newcastle City Council boosts Household Support Fund payments by £100 for eligible residents receiving Child Benefit, raising total support to £300 per household.
Suella Braverman Defects to Reform UK
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has left the Conservative Party to join Reform UK, criticising the government's record on immigration and public services.
Dudley Grit Bin Showdown as Petition Hits 1,000 Names
Dudley Council faces an extraordinary meeting after a 968-signature petition demands reinstatement of removed grit bins, with political parties clashing over winter safety.
DWP Reviews Pension Credit in Major Fraud Crackdown
The Department for Work and Pensions announces a full review of Pension Credit claims affecting 1.4 million people as part of Labour's welfare fraud reduction strategy.
Portsmouth's £200 Cost of Living Fund - Apply by Feb 26
Portsmouth City Council opens final Household Support Fund window offering £150-£200 payments to low-income residents struggling with energy and water bills. Applications close February 26.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £150 Cost of Living Boost for Everyone
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a £150 reduction in average annual energy bills for all households, with additional support for six million low-income families bringing total savings to £300.
Labour Blocks Andy Burnham's MP Bid
Labour's National Executive Committee has rejected Andy Burnham's request to seek selection for the Gorton and Denton by-election, with senior figures divided over the decision.
29 Council Elections Postponed, Four Midlands Councils Affected
The Government has confirmed 29 council elections across England will be postponed this May, including four Midlands authorities, as part of local government reorganisation plans.
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