Andy Burnham is seriously considering reforms to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system as the Timms Review readies its comprehensive recommendations for submission to the new Labour Party Prime Minister and …
Refugees and asylum seekers living in Birmingham have voiced deep concerns about their safety and acceptance in the community, as the city faces a shift in public attitudes and political discourse. Recent calls by Reform …
New research from the University of York reveals that roughly four out of every 100 individuals living with obesity are unemployed solely due to their weight. The study highlights a notably stronger impact on employment …
Refugees and asylum seekers living in Birmingham have voiced their distress following a contentious motion by Reform UK councillors seeking to remove the city’s ‘City of Sanctuary’ status. Reform UK, now the largest party on …
The interim Timms Review report has delivered a stark assessment of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system, declaring it outdated and misaligned with the realities of disability, health, and employment today. …
The recent Timms Review into the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has delivered a stark assessment of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP), describing it as “not fit for purpose.” The interim report, led by Sir …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is preparing to overhaul Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments to better support disabled individuals in gaining and maintaining employment. This initiative stems from the …
Reynalds Cross School, a key special education provider in Solihull, is set to undergo a significant transformation to accommodate more pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Councillors recently …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is under scrutiny amid accusations that some taxpayer-funded employment support schemes favor ethnic minorities while excluding white jobseekers. Reports have highlighted initiatives …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) faces calls to scrap the contentious 20-metre rule that governs eligibility for higher-rate mobility support under the Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The campaign, led by the …
Since Knighthead took ownership of Birmingham City, the club has made significant strides to improve the matchday experience for all fans, especially those with disabilities. St Andrew’s has returned to full capacity, …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is addressing a significant backlog in its Access to Work scheme by recruiting 500 new staff members, a move confirmed by Labour Party cabinet member Pat McFadden. This recruitment …
Erdington Academy in Birmingham has turned its main hall into a vibrant pop-up boutique, providing free dresses and suits to help students prepare for their upcoming prom. Recognising that the cost of living crisis makes even …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has come under fire for failing to deliver on promises of a thorough consultation process as part of the ongoing Timms Review, which is assessing potential changes to the Personal …
Birmingham has witnessed a concerning increase in hate crimes targeting the LGBTQ+ community, with 634 recorded incidents in 2025 alone. This rise comes as new legislation aimed at providing equal protections to victims of …