Dudley Council’s budget cuts are hitting working-class residents hard, with reduced support and increased rents causing concern among local leaders. Working People Pushed to Breaking Point by Cuts, Councillor Claims Dudley: A councillor claims the council’s budget cuts are pushing working-class people to their limits. This was said during a council meeting on January 30.…
A new DWP proposal may end PIP payments for mental health claimants, affecting millions. The plan focuses on physical health support instead. New DWP PIP Plan Could Cut Payments for Millions with Mental Health Issues Birmingham: A new plan from the DWP could change how Personal Independence Payments (PIP) work. Most PIP claims are for…
The DWP plans to check bank accounts of non-benefit claimants to tackle fraud. New powers will allow investigators to recover owed money directly from accounts. DWP to Launch Bank Account Checks on People Who Don’t Claim Benefits Birmingham: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to check bank accounts of people not on…
The DWP’s new powers allow direct deductions from benefits, raising concerns about potential wrongful targeting of vulnerable individuals amid fraud investigations. DWP Granted New Direct Deduction Powers, Benefits Recipients Warned of Risks Birmingham: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing criticism. They now have new powers to directly deduct money from benefits. This…
A South Gloucestershire councillor has been expelled from Labour after announcing his independent mayoral bid for the West of England Combined Authority election. Labour Expels South Gloucestershire Councillor for Independent WECA Mayor Bid South Gloucestershire: A councillor has been kicked out of the Labour Party after 40 years. Ian Scott announced he would run as…
Bristol City Council faces a potential £27 million repayment to the government over a schools bailout. A judge is reviewing the legality of the council’s actions. Bristol City Council May Need to Repay £27 Million for Schools Bailout Bristol: Bristol City Council might have to pay back £27 million to the government. This is due…
Dudley Council is reconsidering its decision on the mayor’s limo after complaints arose, sparking a debate about the mayor’s role and budget cuts. New Developments in Mayor’s Limo Controversy After Committee Reviews Complaints Dudley: So, there’s been some drama over the mayor’s limo. The council initially decided to get rid of it during budget cuts.…
Protestors occupied the Aviva Centre in Bristol, demanding action against military actions in Gaza. The demonstration lasted for several hours today. Aviva Centre in Bristol Occupied by Palestine Protestors for Several Hours Bristol: Today, a group of protestors took over the Aviva Centre. They’re upset about the military actions happening in Gaza. The protest kicked…
Keir Starmer is pushing for stricter rules to prevent kids from easily buying knives online after a tragic incident in Southport Keir Starmer Vows to Tackle ‘Shockingly Easy’ Online Knife Access for Kids Southport: It’s been a tough time lately. Keir Starmer is stepping up to address a serious issue. He’s calling out how easy…
Birmingham residents are furious as the council plans another tax hike, raising concerns about service cuts and financial mismanagement in the city. Anger Over Second Near-Ten Per Cent Birmingham Council Tax Hike Sparks Outrage Birmingham: The city is buzzing with frustration. The council is planning to raise council tax by nearly ten percent again. This…