'Survival Shouldn't Come Down to Luck' - Cancer Survivor's Urgent Call to Get Tested Saturday, April 25, 2026 cancer bowel bowelcancer health awareness screening testing earlydetection survivor community Ian Shires, a bowel cancer survivor and longtime public servant, is making a heartfelt appeal for people to prioritize early testing, emphasizing that “survival shouldn’t come down to luck.” Mr. Shires, who served as a … Read More
DVLA Cancels Over 10,000 Driving Licences Due to Eyesight Concerns Saturday, April 25, 2026 dvla eyesight licences cancellations roadsafety olderdrivers vision renewal government health The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has cancelled more than 10,000 driving licences since the start of last year, citing concerns over drivers’ eyesight. Exclusive data obtained by BirminghamLive reveals a … Read More
Wolverhampton Transfers Mortuary Services to NHS, Avoiding £1.5 Million Upgrade Friday, April 24, 2026 wolverhampton mortuary nhs blackcountry refurbishment health services council partnership legal The City of Wolverhampton Council has announced the transfer of its mortuary services from Wednesfield to Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, a move that will save the council at least £1.5 million in … Read More
DWP Cuts £62,500 from Disabled Artist’s Support Grant, Threatening Her Livelihood Wednesday, April 22, 2026 disability dwp grants access-to-work artist mentalhealth support cuts dyslexia health Michelle Baharier, a self-employed artist living with multiple disabilities, has revealed that a sudden £62,500 cut to her Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) grant has devastated her ability to work and manage her health. … Read More
DWP Raises State Pension Age to 67, Sparking Concerns for Future Retirees Tuesday, April 21, 2026 dwp pension retirement ageincrease statepension employment health economy government policy The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that the state pension age will rise gradually from 66 to 67 over the next two years, marking a significant shift in the UK’s retirement landscape. This change affects … Read More
Healthy 27-Year-Old from Solihull Faces Rare Cancer Diagnosis Sunday, April 19, 2026 leukaemia cml solihull cancer health diagnosis treatment marathon charity family sport Charlie Morgan, a healthy and active 27-year-old from Solihull, was stunned when he received a diagnosis of chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML), a rare form of blood cancer typically uncommon in his age group. In January 2025, … Read More