The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has issued a stark warning to learners facing extensive delays of up to six months to obtain a driving licence, due to an unprecedented backlog in driving tests. Current waiting …
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has introduced a new rule effective immediately, aimed at providing greater transparency for learner drivers nationwide amid ongoing test backlogs. Starting today, the DVSA is …
Drivers across the UK may face a frustrating wait of up to five months to get their driving licence due to ongoing problems at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). The driving test backlog has worsened, with …
The backlog at the West Midlands Crown Court has escalated dramatically, soaring by 88%, highlighting a deepening crisis in the region’s criminal justice system. This surge has intensified concerns over the so-called …
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced a significant change to the way learner drivers can book their driving tests, effective from June 9, 2026. This update aims to tackle the growing backlog and …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is addressing a significant backlog in its Access to Work scheme by recruiting 500 new staff members, a move confirmed by Labour Party cabinet member Pat McFadden. This recruitment …
Families of Premium Bonds savers are grappling with massive delays after a £470 million error at NS&I has left thousands waiting for their rightful funds. Celia Dowell, an 85-year-old from Marston Green in the West Midlands, …
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced a series of rule changes set to impact learner drivers and driving tests over the coming months. These adjustments are designed to help reduce the ongoing backlog …
Starting April 2026, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will extend the length of awards for new claims of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) to help reduce the current backlog of assessments. PIP is the primary …
Residents across the West Midlands, including areas like Northfield, Birmingham, and Halesowen in Dudley, have reported significant delays in receiving their mail, with some not having seen a postman for over 11 days. One …
A man from the West Midlands, who alleges he was sexually abused as a child in the 1980s, has spoken out about his frustration and anguish after his trial was adjourned until 2027. The complainant, who cannot be named for …