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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to gain new powers enabling staff to scrutinize the bank accounts of Universal Credit claimants, raising fears of widespread “debanking” under a controversial … Read More

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that Income Support (IS) and income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) will be permanently scrapped starting from 1 April 2026. This move is part of the ongoing effort … Read More

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A Birmingham family has been left homeless just weeks before Christmas after a devastating fire tore through their rented home in Yardley. The blaze, which started shortly after midday on Sunday, November 23, ravaged the … Read More

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Darlington Street Methodist Church, a Grade II-listed building situated in the heart of Wolverhampton, has been lovingly restored after narrowly escaping demolition. Once ranked as the eighth most at-risk listed building in … Read More

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Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has given a candid response to West Bromwich Albion boss Ryan Mason’s complaint about a non-awarded penalty during their recent Championship clash. The Baggies felt aggrieved after Alex … Read More

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Birmingham City manager Chris Davies described the 1-1 draw against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns as “a point gained” following Marvin Ducksch’s 78th-minute header that salvaged a valuable point for the Blues. Alex … Read More