Kemi Badenoch, leader of the Conservative Party, has called on Northern Powerhouse Minister Andy Burnham to cancel the planned 5p fuel duty increase. Badenoch argues that this hike will significantly impact drivers and …
A landmark government report has revealed that the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system is fundamentally “not fit for purpose” and demands comprehensive changes. The Timms Review, spearheaded by Labour social security …
Birmingham’s newly appointed council leaders are under mounting pressure to safeguard the city’s libraries, following significant delays to crucial repair work at Erdington Library. The facility, which temporarily closed …
Mohammed Arif, a former Conservative councillor from Walsall, has been awarded £187,000 after winning a landmark racial discrimination and victimisation case against the now-defunct Walsall Conservative Federation. The …
The Department for Work and Pensions is under pressure to exclude certain Chinese-made models from the Motability Scheme, which supports people receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance …
Last week’s local elections in Solihull revealed just how finely balanced many wards truly are, with several races decided by only a few votes. The results dramatically shifted the political landscape—the council is now under …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) faces increasing pressure to address significant challenges surrounding Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and the broader welfare benefits system. Critics argue that the current …
Opinion polls suggest Reform UK is poised for significant gains in May’s local elections, and their presence is noticeably shaking up Dudley’s political scene. With 25 council seats up for grabs and candidates in every ward, …
A recent study has revealed that over one-fifth of UK children born after 2013 have experienced prolonged poverty due to Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) policies enacted during years of austerity. These welfare cuts, …
The Labour Party government’s recent decision to lift the two-child benefit cap has delivered a substantial financial boost to jobless families across the country. More than 186,000 households without any working adults will …
A fierce debate unfolded at Dudley’s Housing and Assets Scrutiny Committee over proposals to sell vacant council homes deemed too costly to repair. The dispute highlighted deep divisions among council members regarding the …
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 …
With local elections scheduled for May 7, 2026, Dudley councillors are actively canvassing voters across the borough. The elections will determine who holds seats in the council chamber, where the Conservative Party currently …
Dudley Council is on the brink of finalising the purchase of the Ladies Walk centre in Sedgley after months of ongoing negotiations and public speculation. The current lease on this privately owned health centre and library, …
Families relying fully on Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits are projected to receive £18,000 more than some working families by 2026/27, following recent adjustments tied to inflation and the Labour Party’s …