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In September, more parents will be able to claim free childcare for their young children. The government is launching a new scheme for providing 15 hours of free childcare per...

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's aspirations for a pre-election cut in the Bank of England's base rate are in danger of being dashed on Thursday. On Thursday, the Bank's Monetary Policy...

Rishi Sunak asserted that under a Labour government, state pensioners would be taxed ‘for the first time in history’ during Tuesday night's televised election debate. Sunak made his remarks based...

On Monday, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a tax cut plan for millions of pensioners, thereby raising the importance of the elderly electorate in the forthcoming elections in July....

The UK government is set to make potential changes to the current Disability Benefit PIP Scheme ahead of the local elections. The proposed changes, aimed at tackling the country's unemployment...

In light of growing challenges to international security, the prime minister Rishi Sunak announces an increase in the military budget. UK Plans Defence Spending Increase to 2.5% of GDP by...

Rishi Sunak's controversial Rwanda deportation bill has successfully passed through the parliamentary process, paving the way for legal proceedings over the potential deportation of dozens of asylum seekers. The Bill...

The Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, recently announced its intention to maintain the cap on the two-child benefit on Universal Credit should it win the next election....

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced massive changes to the UK's welfare system. Mr Sunak stated in a speech on Friday morning that it is a "moral mission" to reform...

In an effort to allay rumours over when the next general election would be held, Rishi Sunak declared that his "working assumption" was that the vote would happen in the...

Two serving ministers with strong expertise in defence and security have sounded the alarm about the growing concerns among conservative MP's and military insiders as the Chancellor failed to announce...

Rishi Sunak cautioned against campaigning on an unfunded proposal to eliminate employee national insurance, as it could create a £40 billion deficit in public finances, according to projections.  Sunak Faces...

In the face of a looming national recession, Chancellor Rishi Sunak remains resolute in his assertion that the government can afford to implement tax cuts. Despite concerns about economic downturn,...

Rishi Sunak's vow to foster economic growth hits a dissonant note as the UK unexpectedly plunges into recession. Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves asserts that Sunak's commitment lies in tatters, painting...

In an effort to counter a substantial poll deficit against the Labour Party and address criticism from within his own party, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has endeavoured to present a more...

Millions of UK workers could be £450 worse off if Labour raises National Insurance in the upcoming Budget, reversing a previous tax cut.

Pension credit applications have more than doubled since Labour’s controversial move to cut winter fuel payments for pensioners. Recent government data reveals that the surge could cost the Treasury an…

Recently released figures show that the expected £655 pay rise in April 2025 is unlikely to happen. Instead, people can now expect £11.50 less per month than originally anticipated. Under...

Individuals born in these specific years are set to experience a 12-month delay in receiving their state pension due to policy changes. State Pension Changes May Affect Individuals Born in...

New Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)  Secretary Liz Kendall is set to reaffirm Labour’s dedication to its manifesto Back-to-work plan, emphasizing that addressing economic inactivity is crucial to the...

UK shop prices fell slightly between May and June. Yes, they fell, but not by much compared to last year. This trend seems to indicate that the next government may...

Elderly people (Pensioners) in the UK are getting ready for a possible big tax hit if Labour wins the next vote. But even if the Conservatives stay in control, retired...

Seven major money and Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) adjustments will take effect in July. The upcoming month will bring updates to everything from energy bills to benefits, which...

Britain is in for some good news on Wednesday, with official figures expected to show that inflation has returned to the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time...

If the Conservatives win the General Election on July 4, they have promised to reform the benefits system and put an end to soaring welfare bills. The Tory manifesto states...

Following two National Insurance cuts earlier this year— one in February and another in April— totaling an average of £900 altogether, Rishi Sunak has committed to providing an additional average...

One of the largest unions in the country, Unite, is advocating for the reduction of the state pension age to 65 years old to guarantee "a respectable retirement for everyone."...

The Resolution Foundation, a leading think-tank, has warned that record immigration has not made Britons richer, and has instead masked a major productivity crisis. Britain's Record Immigration Levels and Economic...

A leading think tank is warning that ‘hidden in plain sight’ tax rises could cost British households £800 a year, regardless of who wins the election. Frozen Tax Thresholds Push...

The Conservatives are aiming to secure the support of older voters ahead of the next election by introducing a new ‘triple lock plus’ policy to boost pensioner incomes. The new...

Thousands of benefit claimants are set to receive vital letters from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) starting today. DWP Letters Signal Universal Credit Transition The DWP is now...

Millions of people are finding it increasingly difficult to pay their bills, buy essentials or even maintain a secure home unless they rely on state benefits, as the cost of...

The UK emerged from recession at the beginning of the year thanks to stronger-than-expected growth. According to official statistics, the GDP expanded by 0.6% between January and March—the quickest pace...

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has informed MPs that he “understands the strong feelings” in Parliament over the lack of response to the recently published final report by the Parliamentary and...

The Bank of England is likely to hold interest rates at 5.25% for the sixth time in a row on Thursday. The move comes as inflation, which tracks price increases...

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a new scheme concerning a  ‘joined-up work and health support service’ to assist nearly 59,000 persons suffering from long-term illnesses or...

Dozens of people in two migrant boats arrived on England's southern coast on Saturday, joining thousands of asylum-seekers who had made the perilous sea trip from France this year. UK...

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has stated that he can “rule out” raising the State Pension age in order to support the UK Government's proposal to abolish National...

On May 1st, 711 illegal migrants successfully crossed the treacherous English Channel, reaching British shores in a single day. This unprecedented influx marks the highest number of arrivals in 2024,...

The UK government has decided to provide a major boost to households facing rising living costs in the face of mounting financial pressures. The Household Support Fund, a collaborative initiative...

The UK government is considering making major changes to its social care system, potentially impacting on those suffering from health conditions such as Depression and Anxiety. The forthcoming changes have...

British workers are set to benefit from a major financial break from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). As part of the Government's Spring Budget, HMRC is set to launch a...

Over three million disabled people across the UK face the risk of losing their crucial monthly payments under the new governmental reforms targeting the benefit system. PIP Reform Sparks Backlash:...

The Bank of England is facing increasing Tory pressure for interest rate reduction ahead of the scheduled May rate-setting meeting, driving economists to caution that politicians should not interfere with...

The UK Benefits System is on the verge of major changes that will redefine the way its citizens interact with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). These include people...

MPs have issued a warning that thousands of vulnerable people could lose their welfare payments as a result of a major Universal Credit benefit switch. Universal Credit Benefit Switch Raises...

KPMG UK has cancelled employment offers for certain foreign graduates in the UK after the government strengthened visa requirements for abroad workers in an effort to reduce record immigration. KPMG...

Over the last few years, the number of people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for mental health problems has risen dramatically across the UK. The Department for Work and Pensions...

The British government will be strengthening the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) by extending its powers to combat benefit abuse. Akin to the authority held by HM Revenue and...

A large number of households are being notified about big changes to their benefits. People who receive income-related Employment Support Allowance (ESA) will be transferred to Universal Credit by April...