Top Midlands Comprehensive Schools Recognised in Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 Sunday, February 15, 2026 midlands comprehensive education schools parentpower westmidlands stpauls ardenacademy challenges leadership The Midlands' leading comprehensive schools, known for consistently outperforming expectations, have been highlighted in the prestigious Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. These schools deserve recognition for their … Read More
Birmingham’s Most Expensive Postcodes Revealed as House Prices Surge 18% Sunday, February 15, 2026 birmingham property realestate housing postcodes prices market homeownership affordability sales For many Brits, getting on the property ladder remains a key ambition, but the soaring costs of homeownership are making it increasingly difficult to achieve. While some parts of Birmingham have seen slight decreases in … Read More
Forbidden 100-Year-Old Love Affair Unearthed at Witley Court Sunday, February 15, 2026 witleycourt romance forbiddenlove loveletters englishheritage 1920s statelyhome raf worcestershire history A remarkable discovery of 108 passionate love letters has unveiled a century-old forbidden romance that blossomed against the backdrop of a grand Worcestershire estate. Hidden away in a modest shoebox, these intimate letters … Read More
DWP Bank Account Checks to Impact 100,000 People in First Year – Key Facts You Should Know Sunday, February 15, 2026 dwp benefits fraud bankaccounts overpayments government policy finance regulations claimants The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is rolling out expanded authority to conduct bank account checks and freeze or seize cash as part of its efforts to combat fraud and overpayments. Over the first year, these measures … Read More
Why the DWP Can Now Withdraw Money Directly from Bank Accounts Sunday, February 15, 2026 dwp benefits universalcredit pensioncredit esa bankaccounts fraud legislation privacy government The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been granted significant new powers that allow it to withdraw money directly from the bank accounts of benefit claimants. This change is part of recent legislation aimed at … Read More
Birmingham Drivers Warned of New 21mph Speeding Fines Sunday, February 15, 2026 birmingham drivers speeding fines speedlimits 20mph zones trafficsafety enforcement police Drivers in Birmingham are facing fines even when driving well below the traditional 30mph limit on certain roads. With the rise of 20mph zones throughout the city, many motorists are being caught out, sometimes driving just … Read More