HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has adjusted the tax brackets, affecting one million state pensioners. Under the guidance of Labour Party Chancellor Rachel Reeves, this change has resulted in more than 300,000 additional …
The early May bank holiday weekend is a much-anticipated break, offering a perfect opportunity for shopping, socialising, and spending quality time with family and friends. This year, the extended weekend from Saturday, May …
A recent investigation by BirminghamLive has uncovered a startling trend: hundreds of pensioners in the West Midlands have been charged with serious offences, including murder, rape, and violent attacks, over the past five …
As the Championship season draws to a close, Birmingham City prepare for their final fixture away at Portsmouth—a match that marks the end of the road for several players donning Blues colors for the last time. Heading into …
This Friday, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is set to deposit £180 into the bank accounts of Child Benefit claimants. These payments come as part of the Labour Party government’s increased Child Benefit rates for 2026 to 2027. …
HMRC’s decision to freeze income tax thresholds since 2021 is impacting over eight million state pensioners, causing many to face higher tax bills. Recent HMRC data reveals that 8.2 million people of state pension age are now …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Labour government have been confronted with a strong call to abandon the Triple Lock pension guarantee. Sir Tony Blair’s thinktank, the Tony Blair Institute (TBI), has urged …
Two new polls conducted across the West Midlands have shaken up the political landscape, highlighting an unexpected surge for Reform UK in the Black Country and a closely contested battle for seats on Birmingham City Council. …
Starting Friday, May 1, a landmark pet law comes into effect across England, impacting over 11 million households living in private rented accommodation. The Renters’ Rights Act 2026 now grants tenants the legal right to …
The Labour government is introducing tougher measures to combat fly-tipping, giving courts enhanced powers to penalize offenders by imposing driving licence restrictions and even disqualifications. Under the new proposals, …
Nestled along the River Severn, just off the M5 south of Worcester, lies Upton-on-Severn, a picturesque town that has quietly become one of the Midlands' best places to live. Known for its charming cobbled lanes and …
Birmingham City Council leader Councillor John Cotton has announced promising progress toward ending the prolonged bins strike, which has brought recycling collections to a halt since February 2025. The strike, now stretching …
A 15-year-old schoolboy, who should be focused on preparing for his GCSEs, continues to endure the physical and emotional pain after being shot in a case of mistaken identity at George Street Park, Balsall Heath, Birmingham. …
A Birmingham city centre branch of the Tortilla Mexican Grill chain has failed a hygiene inspection due to evidence of pest activity, including mouse droppings found in multiple areas. The Grand Central Tortilla location …
Stephen Price, a prominent member of Dudley’s Green Party and candidate for the Norton ward in the upcoming local elections, has raised serious concerns about the deteriorating condition of roads in the region. He revealed …