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Monday, July 6, 2026 andyburnham labour benefits welfare dwp apprenticeships councilhousing publicfinance welfarereform youthtransport sport

Andy Burnham, Labour’s newly elected MP for Makerfield and prospective Prime Minister, has outlined his approach to Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) welfare and benefits reform. Rejecting harsh benefit cuts, Burnham … Read More

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A new set of fireplace regulations is poised to take effect under Andy Burnham’s upcoming leadership as Prime Minister. The newly elected Labour MP for Makerfield will oversee the Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP), which … Read More

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The Department for Transport has confirmed a significant change to the eligibility age for free bus passes, impacting millions of people born between 1961 and 1977. Because the free bus pass age is linked to the state pension … Read More

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Andy Burnham, poised to become Prime Minister, has indicated that new rules around VPN usage may be introduced as part of broader efforts to protect children online. This move aligns with the Labour Party’s ongoing … Read More

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Andy Burnham, widely regarded as a future Prime Minister, is reportedly open to reforming the £180-a-year BBC TV licence fee to make it more affordable for lower-income households, according to I News. His vision includes a … Read More

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Festival season is in full swing, and Boots has answered the call with its ultimate Festival Beauty Box—a treasure trove of beauty essentials designed to keep you looking refreshed and radiant on the go. Priced at just £55, … Read More

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James Whitlow, 44, appeared before Birmingham Magistrates' Court after pleading guilty to stealing meat and alcohol worth £662 from Marks and Spencer and Home Bargains during a difficult period in his life. Over six incidents … Read More

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Leamington Spa has been named the top commuter town for Birmingham, as families compete to secure homes in this sought-after location. Known for its calm, leafy streets and lower crime rates, Leamington Spa offers the perfect … Read More

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Andy Burnham, the newly elected Labour MP for Makerfield and a frontrunner to succeed Sir Keir Starmer, faces a significant financial challenge. The recent defence investment plan announced by Starmer includes an additional … Read More

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Recent changes to the Motability Scheme, introduced in July by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Motability Operations, have received support even from some of those directly benefiting from it. These reforms … Read More

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England is set to implement new sick note regulations after more than 11 million fit notes were issued by GPs last year, raising concerns about the system’s transparency and effectiveness. Alarmingly, recent data reveals that … Read More

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Charlotte Tilbury fans are seizing the chance to enjoy significant savings on the brand’s most coveted beauty products in the latest summer sale, running until Monday, July 20. This event is the perfect opportunity to stock … Read More

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An investigation by BirminghamLive has revealed the location in Birmingham where drivers are most frequently caught speeding: the stretch between Haden Circus Roundabout and Fiveways Island on Lee Bank Middleway and Belgrave … Read More

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During a Christmas Day journey on the M6, Slawomir Marciszewski was caught driving at a dangerous speed of 110mph in a grey Audi A6, well above the 70mph motorway limit. The incident occurred near junction 12, close to the … Read More

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Gardeners and homeowners are being cautioned that trimming hedges from April through August, especially in July, can result in serious legal consequences, including unlimited fines or even imprisonment. Under the Wildlife and … Read More

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From March 1 to July 31, dog owners in England face strict regulations designed to protect livestock and ground-nesting birds during their most vulnerable seasons. Under the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Act … Read More

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At first glance, the map appears to depict political affiliations, but its true meaning is far more ominous. Created by West Midlands Police, it vividly illustrates how successive gangs have fractured north Birmingham, … Read More

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Former Royal Marine Jon White, 43, who lost both legs and an arm after stepping on an explosive device in Afghanistan, was overcome with emotion as he reunited with the medical team at Birmingham’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital … Read More

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Emily Benton, 34, once worked long hours in hospitality on minimum wage, managing pubs and hotels around Worcestershire. But today, she’s celebrating a striking career transformation—turning over £100,000 in just six months … Read More

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More than 135 additional households near the HS2 construction sites in Water Orton and Coleshill will now benefit from free window cleaning and subsidised car washes, expanding a scheme that addresses years of dust and grime … Read More

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The AA has unveiled its latest rankings of 228 Blue Flag beaches across the UK and Ireland, evaluating factors such as sunshine hours, water quality, lifeguard presence, visitor reviews, and more to reveal the top beaches for … Read More

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Wolverhampton is set to expand its school capacity with a £2 million investment, creating over 200 new pupil places across four schools ahead of the new academic year in September. The expansion will take place at Moreton … Read More

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A tragic car crash has claimed the life of Lee Bowden, a devoted father and regional coordinator for the AA, as he was returning home from a night out with friends. The 27-year-old Wolverhampton man died instantly after his … Read More

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Solihull’s School Streets scheme, which has already proven to enhance safety and reduce traffic around several primary schools, is set to expand with the addition of Coppice Primary School. The initiative temporarily … Read More