DVLA to Strip Licences Over Three-Year Rule in Fly-Tipping Crackdown
Labour's new rule allows courts to strip driving licences from repeat fly-tippers who accumulate 12+ points in three years, part of a zero-tolerance Waste Crime Action Plan.
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Mortgage Affordability Worst Since 2008 Crisis
Mortgage affordability hits worst level since 2008 financial crisis, with homebuyers spending over a fifth of income on repayments, UK Finance reports.
Reform UK's Future in West Midlands: Dr Steve McCabe's Analysis
Dr Steve McCabe examines Nigel Farage's promises for the Black Country, Reform UK's rise, and whether they can deliver better lives for voters in the West Midlands.
Reform UK Leads West Midlands 2026 Poll
YouGov polling predicts Reform UK will dominate the 2026 West Midlands local elections, with Labour tied in Birmingham and Greens gaining ground across the region.
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Selly Oak: Rubbish, Rats, and Election Anger
Residents in Selly Oak, Birmingham, express fury over constant rubbish dumping, rat infestations, and bin strike impacts ahead of critical local elections on May 7.
DWP Pays £740 to Older State Pensioners in Late May
DWP will pay £740 monthly to older state pensioners from late May, with a 4.8% rise in Basic State Pension to £184.90 weekly from April 2026 due to the triple lock.
Dudley Bin Collection Delays Spark Heated Council Clash
Dudley Council's new waste service faces delays, with residents fuming over missed collections. Labour and Tory councillors clash over accountability and service recovery.
Lib Dem Leader Open to Cross-Party Deal in Solihull
Liberal Democrats leader on Solihull Council, Ade Adeyemo, says he may work with another party if no overall control after May 7 elections, focusing on cost of living, services, and transparency.
Stepmother Denies Manslaughter in 1978 Bath Death of Girl
Janice Nix, 66, denies manslaughter for allegedly forcing five-year-old Andrea into a scalding bath in 1978, causing her death. The trial at Isleworth Crown Court continues.
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Police: Woman's Canal Death Not Suspicious
West Midlands Police have confirmed that the death of a woman pulled from a canal in Walsall town centre is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner.
Former Birmingham Police HQ to Become 59 Apartments
Work has begun to convert the former West Midlands Police headquarters on Steelhouse Lane into 59 apartments, with completion expected by September 2027.
HMRC Fines 169,000 Basic Rate Taxpayers £100 for Late Filing
HMRC is fining 169,000 basic rate taxpayers £100 each after 180,000 self-employed filers missed the 2023-24 deadline. Lower earners disproportionately affected.
DWP New Powers: State Pensioner Bank Checks
The DWP can now check bank accounts of state pensioners claiming Pension Credit under new anti-fraud rules, sparking privacy concerns.
2026 Walsall Local Elections: 282 Candidates, All-Out Vote
All 60 seats in Walsall Council are up for election on May 7, 2026, with 282 candidates. Boundary changes, key issues, and how to vote.
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Not Guilty Plea in Oldbury Mum Murder Case
Mohammed Azim, 41, has pleaded not guilty to murdering 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury on Bonfire Night. His trial is set for June.
Hyndburn Planning Apps: April 27 to May 3
Latest planning applications registered with Hyndburn Borough Council from April 27 to May 3, including alterations, extensions, and change of use.
Mandatory Eyesight Tests for Drivers Over 70 Considered
The UK government is consulting on mandatory eyesight checks for drivers aged 70 and over, with the consultation period ending May 11. Proposals include tests at licence renewal and medical assessments.
Council Defends Revised Kings Heath LTN Plans
Birmingham City Council defends revised Low Traffic Neighbourhood plans in Kings Heath, stating the approach remains correct despite controversy and opposition.
HMRC to Demand Child Benefit Repayment from £60k Earners
HMRC will send payment demands to couples where either partner earns over £60,000, requiring partial Child Benefit repayment. Learn how the threshold works and who must pay.
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UK Gov Allocates £1M to Combat Antisemitism
Jewish communities across England receive £1m in government funding to tackle rising antisemitism, with an additional £500,000 for Barnet Council after recent incidents.
Birmingham Election Countdown Live: Rivals Clash, Polls Show Deadlock
With two days to go, Birmingham's local election is tense and unpredictable. Our editor reports on clashes, candidate concerns, and why every vote matters.
Millions to Vote in Major UK Elections: Key Contests and Timings
Voters across Scotland, Wales, and England head to the polls on May 7 for local and national elections, with over 5,000 seats contested. Key issues include road conditions and cost of living.
DWP Told to Change Benefits for 625,000 Claimants
Conservatives reveal 625,618 households received over £32,200 in DWP benefits last year, sparking warnings of national uproar if reforms are not made.
HMRC Sends Unexpected Tax Bills to 250,000 Households
HMRC is issuing unexpected tax bills to 250,000 households involved in tax avoidance schemes via umbrella companies, with some bills reaching six figures.
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State Pensioners Born After 1951 to Get £312 Boost
State pensioners on the new rate are set to receive at least £312 next year as the Triple Lock is maintained. The guarantee ensures payments rise by the highest of wage growth, inflation, or 2.5%.
Green Party's Final Pitch to Birmingham Voters: Hope for Change
Green Party leader Julien Pritchard urges Birmingham voters to choose hope and real change in the May 7 council elections, highlighting a full slate of 101 candidates and a surge in support.
Reform UK's Jex Parkin: 'Our Time Is Now' in Birmingham
Reform UK candidate Jex Parkin urges Birmingham voters to back change, citing bin strikes, potholes, and Labour mismanagement ahead of May 7 council elections.
Conservatives Pitch: 'We Will Clean Up Birmingham'
Birmingham Conservatives leader Robert Alden outlines a six-point plan to clean up the city, fix finances, and restore pride, as local elections approach on May 7.
Birmingham resident offers £100 for rubbish removal amid strike
A Birmingham woman is offering £100 on Airtasker to remove rubbish she claims was dumped in her garden, as the bin strike enters its second year.
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Midlands Households Get £200 DWP Payment Update
Birmingham City Council updates on £200 hardship grants from DWP's Household Support Fund, which ended March 27. New Crisis and Resilience Fund replaces it from April 1.
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