Four Million Receiving Universal Credit Without Job Search Requirement Sunday, December 7, 2025 universalcredit benefits jobless employment welfare labourmarket dwp unemployment government economy A growing concern is emerging as four million individuals currently receive Universal Credit without the obligation to seek employment—an increase of one million compared to last year. This figure represents half of the eight … Read More
Midlands Metro Route Highlights Socioeconomic Divide in Dudley Borough Monday, December 1, 2025 midlandsmetro dudley poverty deprivation unemployment socialhousing regeneration economy transport infrastructure The forthcoming extension of the Midlands Metro tram line into Dudley town centre casts a revealing spotlight on economic inequality within the borough. The initial phase is nearing completion, with further expansion planned … Read More
Posh Sutton Coldfield Sees Rising Unemployment Amid West Midlands Job Market Improvements Saturday, November 22, 2025 suttoncoldfield unemployment westmidlands jobmarket economy perrybarr employment jobcentres youthemployment investment Unemployment trends across the West Midlands show a promising decline in many areas during the second half of this year, reflecting a broader national decrease. However, Sutton Coldfield, known for its affluent reputation, … Read More