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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
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.
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.
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
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.
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).
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.
Car tax rule changes announced for drivers of these models
Some drivers will have to pay hundreds of pounds extra
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
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.
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
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
State pensioners getting £575 extra in bank accounts
Payments will increase for millions next year
Lloyds Bank confirms December deadline to claim free £200 payments
People need to act soon if they want to bank some extra money
Driver tasered by police in Walsall after early hours 'chase and struggle'
One arrested after early hours police chase through Walsall overnight
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
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
Rachel Reeves announces cash ISA 'bonus' for state pensioners
New rules around cash ISAs were set out at the Budget