DVLA: Tax Vehicle Even if £0 or Face £1,000 Fine
The DVLA warns drivers must tax their vehicle even if they pay nothing, or risk fines up to £1,000. Common errors and exemptions explained.
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Santander Closing 26 Branches in May 2026
Santander will shut 26 UK branches in May 2026, including sites in Birmingham. The closures are part of a larger trend affecting thousands of branches.
DWP Warns Claimants: Holiday Rule Could Stop Payments
Universal Credit claimants risk payment stoppage if they fail to notify DWP before going abroad. Fines up to £5,000 possible for non-compliance.
Lloyds Bank warns customers about app account name issues
Lloyds Bank has addressed customer concerns about account names appearing differently in online banking and the app, calling it a temporary glitch.
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Nationwide Coin Deposit Update for Customers
Nationwide has clarified its coin deposit policy for customers, detailing bagging requirements and branch discretion for accepting coins.
Nationwide Statement on 36-Month Bank Account Rule
Nationwide advises customers to call or use chat for statements older than 36 months, addressing app issues for users in Birmingham and beyond.
Woman in Court Over Fatal XL Bully Attack on Teen
Kelcie Reed, 24, appeared in court charged over a fatal XL Bully attack that killed 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett in Bristol. The case has been sent to crown court.
Closed Wolverhampton Club Seeks Reopening After Fine
Calif Bar in Wolverhampton, closed for employing an illegal worker, has applied to reopen as Vivant Lounge with new owner Lucky Iguodala.
DWP Changes PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance in May
The DWP is altering payment dates for PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance in May due to bank holidays. Affected claimants will receive payments early.
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HMRC Child Benefit Changes May 2026: Two Automatic Updates
HMRC is implementing two automatic changes to Child Benefit payments in May 2026 due to bank holidays, affecting payment dates for millions of families.
UK Broadband Compensation Rules Updated: Higher Payouts
Ofcom updates broadband compensation rules for 10 major providers including BT, Sky, Virgin. Customers get higher automatic payouts for service outages, missed appointments, and delays.
DWP Early Benefit Payments for May Bank Holidays (24.04.2026)
The DWP will pay benefits and state pensions early in May due to bank holidays on May 4 and 25. Payments due on those dates will be made on the previous working day.
DVLA Decides on 830,000 Licence Revocations
The Labour government confirms new number plate and medical licence rules as the DVLA makes over 830,000 decisions yearly, with warnings that they cannot be rushed.
Birmingham Council Faces New Equal Pay Strike Threat
GMB union threatens strike action over Birmingham City Council's slow handling of equal pay settlements and job evaluations, with ballot expected after May elections.
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Kettles Sold at Currys, House of Fraser, Robert Dyas Recalled
Enfinigy Water Kettles sold at Currys, House of Fraser, and Robert Dyas are urgently recalled due to risk of scalding. One second-degree burn reported.
Child Rapist Caught After DWP Universal Credit Claim
Sebastian Pavel Baltatu, 24, was deported in 2020 after raping a child under 13. He illegally returned to the UK and was caught when he applied for Universal Credit.
Drink Tsar Objects to Longer Alcohol Sales in Solihull
A public health official urges Solihull councillors to block a convenience shop's bid to sell alcohol from 6.30am, citing high addiction rates and safety risks.
Royal Mail Changes Second-Class Post from May
Royal Mail unveils two significant changes to second-class mail delivery starting next month, part of a £500 million plan to improve service reliability and tackle delays across the UK.
Dudley Council Works 7 Days to Clear Bin Backlog
Dudley Council is deploying extra staff and vehicles, working seven days a week to catch up on delayed rubbish and recycling collections amid resident complaints.
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Dudley Council Reviews Disability Grant Delays for Terminal Patients
Dudley Council unanimously approved a review of Disabled Facilities Grants after hearing patients with motor neurone disease wait nearly a year for vital home adaptations.
Royal Mail Fails Chocolate Delivery Test After Stamp Price Rise
BirminghamLive tested Royal Mail's next-day first class delivery promise by sending chocolate bars across the West Midlands. Only two of six arrived on time, with one opened envelope, raising questions about service quality after recent price increases.
Royal Mail Delay Warnings for 13 UK Postcodes
Royal Mail has issued delay alerts for 13 postcodes across six delivery offices in England, citing local issues like staff shortages and resource challenges.
Royal Mail: 33 Postcodes Face Delivery Delays from Staff Problems
Royal Mail alerts 33 UK postcodes, including Midlands areas like Lichfield and Nuneaton, to expect delayed deliveries due to staffing shortages and high sick absences.
Dudley Council Defends Bin Delays and Pothole Record
Dudley Council leaders face criticism over missed bin collections and deteriorating potholes, with councillors citing unprecedented demand from new legislation and challenging winter conditions.
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Birmingham Council Sorry for Newtown Water Crisis Affecting Families
Residents in Newtown's Stainsby Avenue faced weeks of dirty or no water, disrupting daily life. Birmingham City Council apologizes as a hidden leak is finally repaired after urgent complaints.
Water Firm Billed Man for Neighbor's Leak in Meter Error
Richard Cooper was shocked to receive bills for thousands after Thames Water incorrectly linked his account to another property's meter, charging him for a neighbor's leak until the error was fixed.
Birmingham Resident Outraged Over Uncollected Clinical Waste
A Quinton resident is furious after Birmingham City Council failed to collect bags of clinical waste for more than a week, citing health risks and embarrassment.
Royal Mail Delays Hit UK, Birmingham Area Affected
Royal Mail has confirmed service disruptions at 25 postal depots nationwide, including locations near Birmingham like Dudley and Lichfield, due to local issues such as staff shortages.
Mystery of 'Danger' Tape on Broken Lamppost Solved
Dudley Council has resolved the mystery of a broken lamppost with 'danger live cables' tape in Sedgley, confirming it will be replaced next month after a road traffic accident in February.
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Royal Mail Delays Hit 30 UK Postcodes, 10 in West Midlands
Royal Mail has issued a warning for 30 UK postcodes experiencing delivery delays, with 10 located in the West Midlands region, citing local office issues and staffing challenges.
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