Martin Lewis and the Money Saving Expert (MSE) team are reminding UK savers to take full advantage of their Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) before the current tax year ends on April 5, 2024. After this date, the ISA …
Council tax in Birmingham is set to rise by just under 5%, affecting residents differently depending on their area. During a turbulent budget meeting, the council approved a 4.99% increase for the 2026/27 fiscal year, which …
A Walsall councillor has issued a stark warning to residents to prepare for significant service cuts and further council tax increases in the coming years. Councillor Pete Smith, representing Blakenall ward, highlighted a …
A growing number of retirees are expected to pay income tax on their Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) state pension, following Labour Party Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ decision to freeze the income tax threshold. The …
Poundland has announced a major nationwide clearance sale across 450 stores, offering 50% off on women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing. The beloved discount retailer, previously headquartered in the Black Country, is …
Rachel Reeves is set to deliver the Spring Statement to Parliament on Tuesday afternoon, expected to be a straightforward and focused economic update. The Chancellor will present the latest forecasts from the Office for …
Senior councillors in Solihull have engaged in a heated debate over proposed modifications to the council’s tax support scheme, highlighting differing views on the scheme’s generosity. Last year, the Conservative-led Solihull …
Concerns have emerged over potential cost increases and delays in constructing a new bus depot in Birmingham. The West Midlands Combined Authority’s (WMCA) Investment Board has approved the business justification for building …
A total of 37 financially struggling councils across the country have been approved to receive exceptional financial support aimed at improving frontline services, with a special emphasis on aiding deprived communities. …
Car owners might reduce their insurance premiums by hundreds of pounds with just one simple action: adding their partner to the policy. According to motoring experts at Confused.com, including a spouse on your car insurance …
West Midlands Police leaders have voiced growing frustration over the persistent underfunding of the force, highlighting that current government grant formulas shortchange them by around £43 million each year — equivalent to …
After a turbulent period marked by financial turmoil, Birmingham City Council has announced a significant milestone: it is no longer ‘bankrupt.’ This declaration brings a glimmer of hope to the city’s residents, though …
Dudley Council is preparing to implement a substantial price increase for its critical Telecare service, which provides emergency support to vulnerable individuals living independently. At a meeting scheduled for February 4, …
The Dudley Liberal Democrats have admitted their support for a recent budget led to the removal of nearly 500 grit bins across the borough, a decision that sparked significant public outrage during recent cold spells. The …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided important reassurance for those receiving the New or Basic State Pension. Despite concerns over tax thresholds, pensioners whose income comes solely from these pensions …