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DWP paying £11,715 to people under state pension age with 70 conditions

The Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit pays £225.30 per week and you can be under state pension age to claim it from the DWP.

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What you need to know as two stabbed and £200k Lamborghini wrecked in violent Birmingham brawl

Ten people - including two women - arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and wounding

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Two stabbed and £200k Lamborghini wrecked in violent Birmingham brawl

Ten people - including two women - arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and wounding

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Thousands flock to campus for 125th anniversary Christmas celebration

Over 8,000 people joined the University of Birmingham to mark its 125th anniversary year with a magnificent lightshow and Christmas celebration.

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Charity welcomes MP for Disability to its national Sight Village Exhibition

Sight Village is a series of touring exhibitions across the UK supporting people with varying sight loss.

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Anger as travellers pitch up on park in Perry Barr 'for two weeks'

A dogwalker has claimed travellers moved onto Perry Park more than two weeks ago

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Dedication of NHS staff recognised at Long Service Awards

Over 100 healthcare workers who have reached major milestones in their NHS career were honoured at an awards ceremony celebrating their long service.

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Marie Curie colleagues in the West Midlands share advice on coping with loss at Christmas ahead of remembrance service

The UK’s leading end of life charity, Marie Curie, is inviting members of the Solihull community to attend its annual Lights to Remember service at the charity’s Solihull hospice on Marsh Lane tomorrow (December 7).

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Back to work scheme given national recognition

A career-boosting academy at an NHS trust has scooped Best Social Responsibility Programme at a leading awards ceremony.

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Car tax rule changes announced for drivers of these models

Some drivers will have to pay hundreds of pounds extra

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NHS warning as 'burning sensation' could signal compartment syndrome emergency

The NHS has warned that burning sensations, pins and needles and severe muscle pain could indicate compartment syndrome, a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention

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DWP warning for millions on benefits who face '£50 penalty'

If you do not report a change or a mistake, you might be paid too much.

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Lloyds Bank announcement to thousands of customers who rent their homes

The high street bank, which has branches in Birmingham, has a £2bn rental property portfolio

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Rain warning issued as more than half a month worth of rain to fall in 24 hours

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain in parts of south-west England and Wales, with up to 40mm of rainfall expected generally and 60-80mm possible over higher ground over 24 hours

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State pensioners getting £575 extra in bank accounts

Payments will increase for millions next year

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Lloyds Bank confirms December deadline to claim free £200 payments

People need to act soon if they want to bank some extra money

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Driver tasered by police in Walsall after early hours 'chase and struggle'

One arrested after early hours police chase through Walsall overnight

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Police probe after bizzare 'food spray' trick used to steal £2,000

The victim, a man in his 80s, was approached on the High Street where £2,000 in cash was stolen from him

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Man attacked outside Midland McDonald's as police launch probe

A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault and causing grievous bodily harm following the incident

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Rachel Reeves announces cash ISA 'bonus' for state pensioners

New rules around cash ISAs were set out at the Budget