Mum skips meals to feed son in cost of living crisis
A single mother from the UK reveals the devastating choice she faces daily: eating or feeding her child, as soaring food and energy bills push families to the brink.
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Pensioner wins £10k tax victory against HMRC
A retired British pensioner has successfully reclaimed nearly £10,000 after a landmark tribunal ruled HMRC unfairly taxed his pension. This case sets a crucial precedent for thousands of retirees facing similar tax demands.
Urgent Action Needed for UK's Struggling Pensioners
A damning new report reveals a silent crisis engulfing millions of UK pensioners, with soaring living costs and inadequate support pushing many into poverty and isolation. Experts demand immediate government action.
School uniform hygiene poverty crisis hits UK children
Exclusive investigation reveals how hygiene poverty forces UK children to wear unclean uniforms, impacting mental health and attendance. Teachers report alarming rise in cases.
DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Key Details Revealed
The DWP has issued crucial new details for the Winter Fuel Payment. Find out if you're eligible, the exact payment amounts, and the all-important dates for 2024 to help with your energy bills.
Pensioner's 'Natural' Death Ruled a Murder
A 70-year-old man initially thought to have died of natural causes was actually murdered, a coroner has ruled, after a post-mortem uncovered a lethal level of prescription medication in his system.
Pensioners injured on 'ski slope' paving after £1.3m council revamp
Multiple pensioners have been injured on a dangerously steep paved area in a British market town, following a controversial £1.3 million renovation by the local council that residents are branding a 'complete waste of money'.
Pensioner wins landmark court case against parking firm
A retired engineer from Bristol has scored a stunning victory against a major parking firm in a David vs Goliath legal battle, setting a powerful precedent for motorists across the UK.
88-Yr-Old Fears Losing Home in Council Tax Battle
An 88-year-old grandmother faces financial ruin and the terrifying prospect of eviction from her home after her council tax support was abruptly stopped. Her desperate plea highlights a growing crisis for elderly residents across the UK.
100+ Groups Demand Starmer Scrap Two-Child Benefit Cap
A powerful coalition of over 100 women's rights and poverty organisations has issued a stern demand to the incoming Labour government, urging Sir Keir Starmer to abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit, branding it a 'vile policy' that plunges f
Pensioner dragged from home as wildfires rage in Portugal
A Portuguese pensioner's desperate struggle to stay in his home as ferocious wildfires engulf the Iberian peninsula has been captured in a viral video, highlighting the human cost of the climate crisis.
Pensioner stranded in Thailand after wife spends fortune on drugs
An elderly Australian man is begging for government help after his wife squandered their life savings on drugs in Thailand, leaving him stranded and destitute.
Pensioner hospitalised after savage seagull attack
A pensioner was left bloodied and traumatised after being ambushed by an aggressive seagull while enjoying a peaceful day out. The shocking incident has reignited debates about urban wildlife dangers.
Pensioner killed in horrific dog attack
A pensioner has died after being mauled by a pack of dogs in a terrifying attack, sparking a police investigation and community outrage.
Driver's parking lot confrontation with pensioner sparks debate
A furious driver has divided opinion after confronting an elderly shopper over a controversial act in a supermarket car park. The incident, caught on camera, has ignited a heated online debate.
Pensioner survives ultra-rare brain tumour
A 72-year-old man from the UK has stunned doctors by surviving an ultra-rare brain tumour with just months to live. Read his incredible story of resilience and hope.
Labour to scrap two-child benefit cap
Labour announces plans to abolish the controversial two-child benefit cap, aiming to lift 250,000 children out of poverty. Critics argue the policy has pushed families into hardship.
Elderly man murdered in Bournemouth home, woman arrested
A pensioner has been tragically murdered in his Bournemouth home, with police swiftly arresting a woman in connection with the crime. The investigation is ongoing.
Brown warns of Victorian poverty levels in UK
Former PM Gordon Brown warns of a 'poverty epidemic' gripping Britain, with millions struggling to afford basics as living standards plummet.
UK pensioners face poverty as housing costs soar
Thousands of elderly Britons are being pushed into financial hardship due to skyrocketing rents and inadequate benefits, warns a new report.
76-year-old charged with child sex offences
A 76-year-old pensioner has been charged with serious child sex offences, sending shockwaves through the community. Read the full story for the latest updates.
Conman jailed for preying on pensioners in phone scam
A fraudster who preyed on vulnerable pensioners and disabled individuals through a cruel phone scam has been sentenced to five years in prison. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
Elderly man arrested over wife poisoning claim
A 76-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of poisoning his wife in a disturbing case that has left the community in shock. Police are investigating the incident as forensic teams examine evidence.
Body of missing British pensioner found in Spanish ravine
The body of an 88-year-old British pensioner, missing for a week, has been discovered in a ravine in Spain. Authorities confirm the heartbreaking find after an extensive search.
Pensioner dies in boiling water accident
A 76-year-old man tragically passed away after accidentally pouring boiling water over himself while making a cup of tea. The incident highlights the dangers faced by elderly individuals at home.
Elderly woman left bruised after violent mugging
A pensioner was brutally attacked and robbed in broad daylight, leaving her with severe bruising. Police are hunting the assailant as the community demands action.
Labour pledges pension reforms to fight poverty
Labour announces bold plans to address pensioner poverty, promising reforms to ensure financial security for retirees.
Starmer vows to tackle child poverty in UK
Labour leader Keir Starmer outlines plans to reduce child poverty during a session with the Commons Liaison Committee, emphasising urgent action and policy reforms.
UK faces 'tsunami of pensioner poverty' as crisis deepens
Experts warn of a looming crisis as pensioner poverty surges, with rising living costs and inadequate support pushing retirees into financial distress.
Child poverty at 'unbearable' levels warn UK doctors
Leading paediatricians warn of an 'unbearable' child poverty crisis in the UK, with soaring malnutrition and hospital admissions linked to deprivation.
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