The chancellor is set to expand cuts to benefits after being told the reforms would save less than planned.

It comes after the chancellor defended accepting free tickets to see Sabrina Carpenter with a family member.

The changes to personal independence payments (Pips) will make it harder for some to claim.

The prime minister says he wants to see government departments become more efficient by using AI and technology.

Rachel Reeves tells the BBC she went to the concert with a family member and will declare the tickets.

The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.

Dudley councillors Peter Drake, Karl Denning and Matt Cook confirm they will now sit as independents.

Dudley councillor Pete Lowe says welfare cuts are "the final straw" after much heart-searching.