Health benefits claims increased by 38% over four years, IFS report finds
In 2019/20, there were 2.8 million people in England and Wales claiming health benefits, this has now risen to 3.9 million in 2023/24.
In 2019/20, there were 2.8 million people in England and Wales claiming health benefits, this has now risen to 3.9 million in 2023/24.
Captain Burns moved beyond 1,000 Championship runs for the season.
Dedicated bus service routes will be in place to serve the region’s newest healthcare facility – The Midland Metropolitan University Hospital.
An enlightening afternoon entertained Members of Cannock and District Ladies Probus at Chase Golf Club. Jess Boydon-Jukes, from RAF Cosford Museum, shared stories of ladies as aviators, long before the first woman pilot was recognised by RAF. The speaker followed a two-course meal; a trio of sausages, yorkshire pudding, veg or a vegetarian option, goats cheese or fish with chunky chips.
For Gary Shaw to die on the eve of Villa’s return to the top table of European football feels immeasurably cruel.
George Bennett gives his Walsall player ratings following the win over Bradford.
Orla Prendergast hit a brilliant 80 before the winning runs came from an overthrow.
Amid concerns about the availability of roadside infrastructure, apps are attempting to reassure drivers that all routes are open with some planning.
Kidderminster Harriers made nervy progress in the FA Cup after Amari Morgan-Smith scored both goals in his side’s hard-earned 2-1 second qualifying round win over Northern Premier League Leek Town at Aggborough.
Danny Johnson scored a dramatic 88th minute winner to inspire Walsall to a 2-1 victory over Bradford City at Bescot.
The 48-year-old has played five tournaments in 2024 and made the cut only once.
The figure is the lowest since 2001, Home Office data suggests.
Nearly a third of colleges reported at least one student death by suicide within the last year, a poll suggests.
Campaigners want the planned end date for the Undercover Policing Inquiry in December 2026 to be lifted.
George Bennett gives his Walsall player ratings.