New Rail Line Planned from Birmingham to Manchester, But Departure Date Still Unknown Tuesday, January 13, 2026 railway birmingham manchester hs2 northernpowerhouserail infrastructure transport government investment northernengland The government has announced plans for a new railway line linking Birmingham and Manchester, though no construction timeline has been provided. This development comes after the cancellation of the second leg of the … Read More
DWP to Send Letters Announcing Pension and Benefit Increases to Retirees Tuesday, January 13, 2026 dwp statepension pensioncredit attendanceallowance benefits increase retirees inflation government 2026 The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will soon send letters to all individuals receiving the state pension, Pension Credit, or Attendance Allowance, informing them of upcoming payment increases effective from April … Read More
£150 Energy Payments Start Arriving This Week to Support Households Monday, January 12, 2026 energy payments warmhomediscount utilita uk costofliving support government eligibility fuelpoverty Thousands of UK households are set to receive a £150 energy credit this month as part of the Government’s Warm Home Discount Scheme, designed to help with rising energy costs amid the ongoing cost of living crisis. Utilita … Read More
New Government Letter Sparks Fresh Developments in Solihull Council’s Housing Plan Saga Monday, January 12, 2026 solihull housing greenbelt localplan planning government consultation development council policy The years-long debate over Solihull Council’s ambitious housing plan has taken an unexpected turn following a recent letter from the government. Solihull’s local plan, a crucial document that guides planning decisions once … Read More
DVLA Tightens Rules with Mandatory Eyesight Tests for Drivers Over 70 Sunday, January 11, 2026 dvla eyesight drivers safety government licenses over70 road vision regulations The Government has unveiled a stringent road safety strategy that could see drivers over the age of 70 having their licenses revoked if they fail mandatory eyesight tests. This move is designed to ensure that senior drivers … Read More
1 in 3 Adults Plan to Change Jobs Within the Next Year Friday, January 9, 2026 jobs careers recruitment probation prison government employment purpose safety ministryofjustice A recent government poll has revealed that 39 percent of working-age adults in England and Wales intend to change jobs within the next 12 months. Conducted by the Ministry of Justice, the survey also found that a striking 78 … Read More