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DWP confirms first use of bank checking powers under major new law

The DWP warned that benefit fraudsters "should be looking over their shoulder"

Michelle O’Neill is going nowhere, Stormont minister Kimmins says

Andy Burnham dancing video uncovered by BBC Breakfast after Prime Minister makes Strictly admission

The Prime Minister revealed he's no stranger to the salsa

VW car smashes into designer clothing store in Newcastle city centre before fleeing the scene

No one is believed to have been injured in the incident, which occurred during the early hours of the morning

Teen girl warns 'stay away from them' after ending up in £15,000 of debt

Lucy has issued a warning to fellow young people to avoid ending up in massive debt

20mph limits proposed for several Birmingham roads amid major vision for town centre

Birmingham Council wants to reduce the speed limit on the ring road in Sutton Coldfield town centre to 20mph

Honest discussions are necessary in EU debate ten years on from the referendum

The vote to leave the European Union was shorn of honesty. Whether it was the doomsday scenarios being predicted by those who wished to remain a part of the single bloc or promises of sunlit uplands made by the Leave ca…

Horsham dog lover ready to fly the flag for Great Britain at sled dog world championships

Two-time World Championship bronze medallist Kim Godfrey is preparing to represent Great Britain again this November, taking a three-dog Greenland Dog team from Horsham to the WSA Dryland World Championships in Strohen,…

River of Light return confirmed after three nights of cancellations

The free event is set to return to Liverpool city centre

Two men charged after 'delivery drivers threatened in Coventry robberies'

William and Daniel McDonagh have appeared at Coventry Magistrates' Court today (October 26)

Mid Sussex residents rally as College Lane deadline nears

Hurstpierpoint residents unite in rush hour protest against College Lane Development over worries surrounding the village’s future.

Wales dad, 42, nearly dies after toothache turns into deadly heart infection

Surgeons had to abandon a lifesaving operation when the man's blood refused to clot

Tyneside pizza company boss fraudulently claimed £150,000 in Covid loans and gambled it away

The fraudster gambled away cash given in multiple Bounce Back Loans during the Covid pandemic

Parents, pupils and teachers have their say on Wirral school at risk of closing

The school has been put into special measures by Ofsted

New dementia-friendly space creates community at Alfred Bean Hospital

"Our Space" was created with the input of people with dementia and their families

Wetherspoons issues statement after claims veteran wearing poppy 'turned away from pub'

A veteran was allegedly refused entry to a Wetherspoon pub in Gosport after the poppy he was wearing was classed as 'political' by door staff [National Story]

Plans for new Glider routes, pedestrianisation and city centre-wide 20mph speed limit

The Minister also confirmed proposals for an expanded segregated cycling network, reduced through-traffic and parking management reforms within Belfast City Centre.

Mould will bloom in your home this winter if you keep making common mistake

With the weather getting colder and wetter, people are spending more time inside and keeping their windows closed.

Former patient and now hospital staff member helping NHS share real stories of mental health care

Nikki Gratton is host of See the Story podcast

Sheffield assault probe as woman hit with glass and cooking equipment damaged

West Street assault as CCTV appeal launched

People in East Yorkshire can access latest robotic-assisted hip and knee surgery

Technology improves surgical accuracy and enables personalised approach

Prestwick Ryanair passengers sent 40miles to Glasgow Airport with just two hours notice for check-in

The bemused passengers were told to check in at Glasgow Airport just two hours before departure.

Storm Boelo LIVE as Merseyrail services disrupted and road closures remain in place

Merseyside and other parts of the UK have been hit by strong wind and rain

Mould will thrive in your home unless you stop making common mistakes in winter

With the weather getting colder and wetter, people are spending more time inside, which leads to more moisture in the air