Storm Claudia causes havoc as Met Office issues 24-hour yellow rain warning

Storm Claudia is already causing havoc as every Brummie today (November 14) is plagued by the harsh rain and windy conditions. The Met Office has issued both amber and yellow rain alerts across the ...

DWP announces bonus payments but warns 'five benefits are not eligible'

The Department for Work and Pensions says FIVE benefits are NOT eligible for a seasonal perk. The Winter Fuel Payments are being administered by the DWP and Labour Party government after a major rule ...

DWP slaps state pensioners with 'unfair' one-size-fits-all approach

State pensioners have been warned over a "one-size-fits-all" approach which is "unfair". The Department for Work and Pensions, or DWP, will pay the state pension out at age 66 - but this is negatively ...

All 24 million people on DWP benefits warned innocent mistake is 'fraud'

ALL 24 million people on Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP) have been warned an innocent mistake on their part is "actually fraud". Official guidance on GOV.UK explains what to do if you have a ...

Midland areas where Storm Claudia will wreak most havoc with winds topping 30mph

A 'yellow' weather warning for wind covers parts of Staffordshire, with winds set to top 30mph according to forecasters ...
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Rachel Reeves to launch 'hit and run' on all UK drivers with 'no escape'

Motorists and road users have been warned they won't be spared from the smash and grab from the Chancellor on November 26.

Drivers in 16 counties instructed to place 'two' of same item in cars on Friday

From midday to midnight Friday, as many as 16 counties across a string of UK regions are now under an Amber warning.

Midlands man missing for 11 days as police issue CCTV image

A 44-year-old man has been missing for more than a week, prompting police to ask for the public's help. Glen Hurley disappeared in Shrewsbury on Monday, November 3. He was last seen leaving The ...

One item of clothing could see drivers fined £5,000 on Friday

The clothing item which could see drivers hit with £2,500 fines on Friday as Storm Claudia hits the UK has been revealed. A spokesperson for BigWantsYourCar.com said it is important for motorists to ...

Storm Claudia hits Birmingham amid 12-hour amber rain warning over 'risk of flooding'

Storm Claudia has hit Birmingham amid an amber rain warning over the 'risk of flooding' today, Friday, November 14. The Met Office issued an 12-hour amber warning for rain between midday and midnight.

Met Office issues 'staying safe' advice as Storm Claudia batters UK

The Met Office has warned of heavy rain which could lead to "flooding and disruption" today, with six West Midlands areas currently on an amber alert, while a further eight places are dealt a yellow ...

Amazing Birmingham volunteers who 'make life better' hailed as heroes by King Charles

The incredible work of community volunteers who seek to make lives better for Brummies have been recognised by King Charles today ...