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William Hill confirms closure of 270 shops across the UK

Takeover talks are ongoing

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Shoplifter threatened to stab security guard inside Brierley Hill supermarket

Sharee McCarthy placed items from the shelf into her rucksack in front of the security guard

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West Midlands Police increasing patrols in 'key' locations after Golders Green stabbing

Two Jewish men were stabbed in London yesterday, April 29, in what police declared a terrorist incident

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State pensioners born after 1951 'dangerously close' to dreaded HMRC letter

The new state pension, which is the full rate from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is for men born after 1951 and women born after 1953.

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Road rage driver pulled imitation firearm on 'scared' broadband engineer in Midlands street

Kiejuan Brandy had forced the broadband engineer to brake when he swerved into the right-hand lane to overtake a cyclist

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Birmingham City Council seeks to extend order that affects every bin lorry

Council bosses have applied to extend a High Court injunction aimed at preventing bin lorries from being blocked by protesters supporting striking refuse collectors

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Martin Lewis issues money gifting warning as it could trigger inheritance tax

Individuals can give away £3,000 annually before tax

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State pensioners born before 1960 told to check bank accounts on Friday morning

Anyone due a benefit payment on Monday 4 May (Early May bank holiday) should instead receive this on Friday 1 May.

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Moment man is chased through Jewellery Quarter and caged after street shooting

During a search, a loaded 9mm pistol was recovered, along with cocaine worth around £15,000, and £10,000 hidden in a washing basket

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Cheryl fans spot 'uncanny Liam Payne similarity' in rare glimpse of son Bear

Cheryl has shared a rare glimpse of son Bear Payne during a heartfelt trip to Walt Disney World in Florida, joined by Liam Payne's sister Ruth Gibbins – and fans have been quick to point out how much Bear reminds them of his late father

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Lloyds Bank makes 'uncertain' announcement with one million customers affected

Nearly two in three expect stronger output over the year ahead

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Bank of England hold interest rates at 3.75% in 'blow to hopeful homebuyers'

The conflict in the Middle East could push interest rates up

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Half of key Birmingham transport route closing for three days amid 'plan ahead' warning

The closure will last from May 29 to 31 before reopening as normal on June 1

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NatWest becomes first UK bank to bring in change for anyone buying a house

NatWest says u sers can now explore buying or re-mortgaging options within one of the world’s most used AI platforms.

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DWP sending £456 out in May to state pensioners considered 'frail'

The DWP's Attendance Allowance benefit is for state pensioners with common health complaints.

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Suspected case of meningitis at primary school near Wolverhampton as 'child in hospital'

The school is being guided by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)

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BBC The Traitors star has three-word advice for Great Birmingham Run runners

The Traitors star and doctor has shared his advice for those taking part in the Great Birmingham Run after having completed a marathon himself

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Moment Midland woman knocked down by van in callous hit-and-run after theft

Rebecca Davies, 33, stood in front of whte van in bid to stop it - but ended up on the pavement as it drove off

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Sick Scots mum kills her baby after flying into a rage at her gender reveal

The newborn girl had injuries consistent with being violently shaken and repeatedly hit off a hard surface

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DWP sending state pensioners aged over 66 massive £4,300 bumper payment

Amid the Cost of Living crisis, there's a handy way for DWP claimants and retirees to cash in.