Stockton MPs debate post office closure after WHSmith’s exit. Vickers and McDonald seek solutions, stressing the post office’s vital role for residents. MPs speak in Parliament about Stockton town centre post office: We stand at crossroads Stockton MPs discussed the town’s post office in Parliament. The post office may close this May because WHSmith, where…
Middlesbrough councillors will soon vote on the new budget. It focuses on growth. Rising officer costs and service concerns are under scrutiny. Middlesbrough Councillors Weigh In on Proposed Budget Before This Month’s Vote Middlesbrough councillors will vote on the new budget soon. Mayor Chris Cooke calls it a “growth” budget and wants to “recover, reset,…
Middlesbrough’s MP calls for the removal of the two-child benefit cap after a report reveals alarming child poverty rates in the region, affecting thousands of families. Middlesbrough MP Urges Removal of Child Benefit Cap Following Poverty Report Middlesbrough: A new report shows that child poverty is a big issue in Teesside. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation…
The DWP is set to overhaul PIP payments and assessments, aiming to improve the experience for applicants and better support those with disabilities. DWP Announces Major Changes to PIP Payments and Assessments for 2024 London: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is making big changes to health and disability benefits. This includes the Personal…
Stockton Council is set to raise council tax by 4.95% and borrow £20m to address a significant funding gap, impacting local services and finances. Stockton Council Plans 4.95% Tax Increase and £20m Borrowing in Budget Stockton: The Labour-led council is planning to raise council tax by 4.95% next year. They also plan to borrow £20…
The Tees Valley Combined Authority has approved a £308m budget for 2025/26, focusing on transport, education, and business growth investments. TVCA Cabinet Budget Approved with £308m Funding for Financial Year Ahead Tees Valley: The Tees Valley Combined Authority Cabinet has approved the budget for 2025/26. They will allocate £308 million in funding. Out of this,…
A Conservative councillor in Redcar and Cleveland has been suspended for comparing the Gaza conflict to the Holocaust, sparking outrage and an investigation. Tory Councillor Suspended After Comparing Gaza Conflict to the Holocaust Redcar: A Conservative councillor has been suspended after making a controversial comment. Justin Thompson compared the Gaza conflict to the Holocaust on…
Homeowners in Ireland can now access a €10,000 grant amid new social welfare changes, including updated payment dates and energy upgrade schemes. New Social Welfare Bonuses Include €10,000 Grant as Payment Dates Change Dublin: Many homeowners in Ireland might miss out on a grant worth up to €10,000. This is part of big changes in…
Starting April 2025, millions of Brits will see an increase in benefits like Universal Credit, PIP, and State Pension, impacting nearly 19.7 million households. DWP Benefit Rates from April 2025 – Full List Including Universal Credit, PIP London: In just a few weeks, many people in the UK will see their benefits go up. This…
Darlington MP Lola McEvoy has apologized after her office sign was put up without the necessary planning permission, acknowledging the oversight and working to correct it. Darlington MP Apologises for Erecting Office Sign Without Planning Permission Darlington: Lola McEvoy, the local MP, has run into trouble with council planning laws. She put up an office…