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Andy Burnham Advised Against Means-Testing State Pensions Despite Budget Shortfall Monday, July 6, 2026 burnham starmer pensions statepension labour defence tax investment budget means-testing 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
Solihull Mum Launches 50p School Uniform Rail at Kids2Kids Preloved Shop Wednesday, July 1, 2026 solihull kids2kids uniform schoolwear preloved affordable parenting budget community charity With the new school term just around the corner, a caring Solihull mum is making a real difference for families on a budget. Jenny Charman, owner of Kids2Kids Preloved in Shirley, has introduced a special 50p school uniform … Read More
Reform UK's Walsall Leader Criticizes £23 Million Net Zero Spending and Proposes National Anthem at Council Meetings Sunday, June 21, 2026 reformuk walsall netzero spending council nationalanthem budget savings leadership environment Councillor Elaine Williams, the recently named leader of Walsall Council representing Reform UK, has voiced strong opposition to the council’s £23 million investment in net zero policies, calling the expenditure “wasted … Read More
West Midlands mayor scrutiny overhaul criticised as 'Orwellian' amidst funding and accountability concerns Tuesday, June 16, 2026 wmca scrutiny westmidlands mayor transparency accountability transport budget governance councillors Calls for stronger accountability and critical scrutiny of major projects in the West Midlands have sparked debate following the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board’s decision to reform its oversight structures. The … Read More
How a Midland Mother Planned a £1,500 Wedding in Under Two Months Sunday, June 14, 2026 wedding budget savings midlands planning amygrayland finance engagement celebration tips Amy Grayland, a mother of two from Bewdley and known as Money Saving Amy, is set to marry her partner Luke in a small, budget-friendly ceremony that cost just £1,500. With their wedding scheduled for July, Amy shared with … Read More