Universal Credit Sanctions More Punitive Than Court Fines, Report Reveals Thursday, November 13, 2025 universalcredit sanctions dwp publiclawproject claimants poverty employment appeals socialwelfare reform A new report by the Public Law Project has revealed that sanctions on Universal Credit claimants are more severe and damaging than criminal fines. Under current Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) sanctions, claimants can … Read More
Walsall Council Rejects Three Children’s Home Applications Amid Traffic and Safety Concerns Wednesday, November 5, 2025 walsall children homes planning parking highways safety appeals council refusal Walsall Council’s planning committee has refused three applications for children’s homes at 5 Highgate Close, 10 Grove Way, and 43 St Ives Road, despite planning officers recommending approval for each. The decision comes … Read More