Thousands Rally to Raise DWP Christmas Bonus from £10 to £171 Saturday, February 28, 2026 dwp christmas bonus petition inflation pensioners benefits ukgovernment costofliving campaign A growing petition is calling for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Christmas Bonus to be increased from its longstanding £10 amount to approximately £171, adjusting the payment to account for inflation over the past … Read More
Complete Birmingham School Holiday Dates for 2026: Some Breaks Arrive Sooner Than You Think Sunday, January 18, 2026 birmingham school holiday dates term halfterm easter summer autumn christmas The 2026 school year in Birmingham is already underway, and many of us are eagerly anticipating the next getaway. With Easter arriving early next year, school holidays will follow swiftly. Knowing the Birmingham school term … Read More
Cotswold Village Keeps Christmas Lights On to Brighten January Saturday, January 17, 2026 broadway cotswolds christmas lights winter festive village tourism local community The picturesque Cotswold village of Broadway is spreading extra cheer this winter by keeping its Christmas lights shining well into January. Known for its charming tree-lined high street and honey-stone boutiques, Broadway’s … Read More
Shock as Drink-Driving Rates on UK Roads Higher Than Expected Over Christmas Sunday, January 4, 2026 drinkdriving christmas police breathalyser ukroads enforcement motoring safety alcohollimit roadcrime New data reveals that drink-driving is a significant problem on Britain’s roads during the Christmas period. Over the last three festive seasons, approximately one in ten motorists stopped and breathalysed by police … Read More
Nationwide, Lloyds, and Santander Offer Up to £200 Cash Incentives for Bank Switchers This Christmas Sunday, January 4, 2026 switching bonus santander nationwide lloyds cashback christmas bankaccounts cass incentives Switching bank accounts can be rewarding anytime, but with Christmas approaching, those extra pounds can make a real difference in holiday spending. Several leading UK banks are currently offering substantial cash bonuses to … Read More
Solihull Christmas and New Year Bin Collection Updates Thursday, January 1, 2026 solihull christmas newyear bincollection recycling wastemanagement council holiday gardenwaste festive As the festive season approaches, Solihull Council reminds residents of important changes to their bin collection schedule this Christmas and New Year period. With increased waste from wrapping paper, holiday food, drinks, … Read More