Meet the Northfield Mum Who Changed Careers to Create a Welcoming Space for 1,500 Families Monday, June 1, 2026 parenting community mentalhealth tinytalk northfield signlanguage families support childcare wellbeing Julie Hetherington’s story is one of transformation and dedication. Once a chartered accountant, Julie made a life-changing decision to become a self-employed working mum, driven by her experience of feeling isolated and … Read More
HMRC inheritance tax gifting allowance slashed by 78% in real terms Sunday, May 17, 2026 inheritance tax gifting allowance inflation hmrc estate families law compliance The annual £3,000 allowance enabling individuals to gift money free of inheritance tax has effectively plummeted in value by 78% since its introduction in 1981, a private wealth law firm has warned. TWM Solicitors, a … Read More
Birmingham Headteacher Highlights Housing Crisis as Children Travel 45 Miles to Attend School Saturday, May 2, 2026 birmingham housing education homelessness eviction families travel children crisis disengagement Tania Yasmin, the executive headteacher at Greet Primary School in Sparkhill, Birmingham, has shed light on a pressing issue impacting many families and children in the area. Due to a severe housing crisis, pupils are being … Read More
New Inclusive Play Area at Lickey Hills Set to Delight Children This Summer Saturday, May 2, 2026 lickeyhills playground families children adventure inclusive construction birmingham outdoorplay recreation Lickey Hills Country Park is gearing up to unveil an exciting new play area that promises to be a hit with children and families alike. Located near the visitor centre and café, this inclusive playground is designed to offer … Read More
Birmingham Family Challenges Parking Fine, Claims Firm Has ‘No Jurisdiction’ Tuesday, April 14, 2026 birmingham parking fine europarking enforcement families handsworth jurisdiction pavement dispute A Birmingham family is disputing a £100 parking fine issued by Euro Parking Services, arguing that the company has no authority to impose the penalty. Shola Cole has publicly condemned the fine given to her father, whose … Read More
Three Major Universal Credit Changes Now in Effect Wednesday, April 8, 2026 universalcredit welfare benefits disability childpoverty families labour employment health government This week marks the introduction of three significant changes to Universal Credit, affecting millions of claimants across the UK. The Labour Party government has launched these reforms to tackle the rising welfare bill and … Read More