The government plans to reform the DWP benefits system, targeting sickness benefits and addressing fraud to save money and reduce claims. DWP Benefit Claimants May Notice Their Bank Accounts Have Less In Sandwell: The government is planning big changes to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits system. Labour wants to cut spending on…
Walsall is seeing exciting development projects. As the year wraps up, here’s an update on key initiatives shaping the borough’s future. Major Projects Across Walsall and Their Progress as the Year Ends Walsall: The borough is buzzing with new development projects. These changes are exciting, but they come with delays. Let’s check out what’s happening…
The Core Theatre in Solihull faces delays in reopening due to ongoing repairs, affecting scheduled performances and future events. Performances Scrapped at The Core Theatre After Reopening Plans Delayed Solihull: The reopening of The Core Theatre has hit a snag. It’s been closed for over a year due to crumbling concrete, known as RAAC. This…
UK households on DWP benefits may qualify for council tax discounts, saving up to £2,000 annually as costs rise. Households on alert for £2,000 DWP benefit that could land in bank accounts Sandwell: UK households on DWP benefits can cut monthly costs with council tax discounts. If you have a low income, check if you…
The Bristol Leap project will enhance over 28,000 homes with energy-saving upgrades, ensuring warmer winters and lower bills for residents. Bristol Leap Project Upgrades 28,000 Homes for Energy Efficiency and Comfort Bristol: A new project is set to make homes in Bristol warmer and more affordable. The Bristol Leap initiative will upgrade over 28,000 social…
Bristol faces a fly-tipping crisis, with a proposal for monthly bin collections to tackle waste issues. Recent data shows a significant rise in incidents over the past decade. Bristol Ranks Among Worst for Fly-Tipping as City Considers Monthly Bin Collections Bristol: A new study highlights fly-tipping issues in the city. The council is thinking about…
Police in Chippenham arrested a man for attempted kidnap but warn against sharing a photo of an unrelated suspect circulating on social media Police Urge Public to Stop Sharing Photo of Wrong Suspect After Arrest Chippenham: Police are looking into reports of children approached by unknown men. They arrested a man for attempted kidnap. However,…
Select is shutting down its Broadmead and Broadwalk stores in Bristol, offering up to 70% off during closing sales as part of a national closure plan. Major Fashion Chain Select to Close Two Stores in Bristol Amid National Cuts Bristol: Select, a popular fashion chain, is closing its two stores in the city. This is…
Gaie Delap, a 78-year-old grandmother, is finally free after being imprisoned due to an electronic tag controversy. She plans to sue the contractors involved. Bristol Gran Gaie Delap Released from Prison After Electronic Tag Issue Bristol: A grandmother named Gaie Delap was recently released from prison. She was locked up due to a mix-up with…
A 22-year-old man, Leo Henshaw, died after falling from a building just days after his unexpected release from prison, raising concerns about mental health support. Tragic Story of Troubled Young Man’s Last Days in Exeter Shocks Community Exeter: A 22-year-old man named Leo Henshaw fell to his death from a flat. This happened just two…