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The DWP’s newly announced benefit rates for 2025 will bring increases across key payments, including the State Pension, Universal Credit, and Carer’s Allowance, offering relief to millions. While these adjustments…

The DWP has issued a stark warning about a growing wave of text scams targeting benefit claimants across the UK. Fraudsters are impersonating the department, sending messages that claim benefits…

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the end of six major social benefits, which will mean a major shift for thousands of recipients.

The DWP benefits can slash or even erase your council tax bill. From single discounts to full exemptions, find out if you’re eligible for significant savings that many people miss…

Nearly 80,000 older DLA recipients in Scotland are set to transition to a new benefit system next year, promising smoother support and continuity under Social Security Scotland’s care.

The DWP has announced a 1.7% increase in four key benefits for eligible recipients of PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance, and Carer's Allowance.

As winter draws nears, in the UK increasing expenses are putting pressure on families those who do not receive benefits from the Department, for Work and Pensions (DWP).

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging state pensioners to think about financial support as the cost of living crisis weighs on households across the UK.

The Work and Pensions Secretary has reported that disability benefits, which include PIP, Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Attendance Allowance and Carer's Allowance, have increased by 1.7%.

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued an important update regarding certain type of people who are in receipt of financial assistance such as child benefit.

UK households can potentially get hundreds, if not thousands, of pounds in repayments in the approach of Christmas, giving them the chance to recoup a sizeable sum of money.

UK households have a unique opportunity to reduce some of their energy costs thanks to the Warm Home Discount Scheme. 

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published a budget that includes many increases to Universal Credit in an effort to give more financial support in the face of…

Major financial changes to DWP benefits are on the horizon for November, including new eligibility criteria and a potential £200 boost for families.

On October 8th, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) introduced new plans to help fight benefit fraud by working with banks to monitor claimants.

Over 800,000 people in the UK are benefiting from the Motability Scheme, which provides affordable leasing options for vehicles and mobility aids to disability benefit recipients.

State pensions in the UK are expected to rise by up to £461 in April 2025, thanks to a 4% wage growth under the triple lock system.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is requesting Universal Credit claimants to provide additional documents, including bank statements, for benefit reviews.

The new Labour Party government will seek financial institutions to disclose data in order to help identify and stop fraudulent activities.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently stated that people on long-term sickness benefits should be encouraged to seek work.

Seven out of ten disabled pensioners stand to lose £300 in energy bill assistance through the Winter Fuel Allowance. DWP Confirms Winter Fuel Payment Cuts Will Hit 1.6 Million Disabled...

Many State Pensioners are still suffering from the new Labour Government's unexpected change that will see Winter Fuel Payments  be delivered to only about 1.5 million pensioners this year to help plug a...

This month, hundreds of thousands of people will no longer receive Housing Benefit payments. The DWP is scrapping the benefit, which was received by roughly 2.4 million Britons. DWP to End...

Significant changes to disability benefits assessment are set to take effect in September as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) introduces new providers to manage the process across the...

This September, state pensioners could receive a cash boost, with households that include a member on the state pension possibly qualified to receive freebies and discounts worth up to £3,262....

UK households that missed the important Child Benefit deadline have received updated rules. Typically, Child Benefit payments stop on August 31, four weeks after a child's 16th birthday if they...

A continuing cost-of-living crisis has gripped the people of the UK, ringing in difficulties in day to day life expenses for millions of families. Whether it's shopping or even making...

The DWP and HMRC are urging millions of households to act quickly or risk losing thousands of pounds in benefits. Millions of Households at Risk of Losing Up to £8,400...

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) recipients may see their payments reduced once decisions on the welfare bill are revealed later in the year. Rising PIP Costs and Support Options Amid Welfare Reforms PIP...

As many struggle with the rising costs of living, Brits are being reminded to ensure they are receiving all the financial assistance they are qualified for to. This year, DWP benefits increased...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is pursuing prosecution and investigating claimants under caution following unintentional violations. Benefit Claimant Faces Penalty and Prosecution Threat Over Allowance Error Clemency Jacques...

Millions of pensioners in the UK are not receiving an £8,000 annual benefit that Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has revealed. Between £3,778 and £7,956 can be offered annually by...

Benefits claimants are being warned that hundreds of thousands of people have had their benefits stopped due to a large-scale migration process. DWP Update: Key Figures in Legacy Benefits Transition...

Millions of people receiving benefits have been informed about upcoming changes in August. Because of the bank holiday, payments including Universal Credit, PIP, and Pension Credit will be made earlier...

There’s been a persisting inflation over the last couple of years such that many people in the UK are struggling with payments, afford basic requirements and have a roof over...

Starting from October 21, 2024, a new disability benefit will be introduced in Scotland to replace the Attendance Allowance for people over State Pension age. The benefit will first become...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to provide state pensioners with two benefit payments this winter, estimated at £175 following the cut of the £300 Winter Fuel...

Almost 12.7 million people across the UK have now reached State Pension age; this number includes over 1.1 million residing in Scotland. Most retirees consider contribution-based benefits as their main...

Thousands of individuals receiving housing benefits have been advised to apply for Universal Credit before the September deadline to avoid any benefit suspensions. DWP Urges Housing Benefit Recipients to Transition...

The new Minister for Social Security and Disabilities at the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has suggested an update on the efforts to implement significant changes to Personal Independence...

His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued an early warning to thousands of UK parents as they risk having their child benefit suspended. Parents of children who have turned...

HMRC has alerted state pension recipients they might need to fill gaps in their National Insurance contributions in order to be able to get their full State Pension benefits. Individuals...

A recent study has shown that the benefit cap is forcing many households to live in overcrowded and poor-quality housing.  Introduced by the Conservative government in 2013, this limit on...

Universal Credit and other benefits are about to change a lot in April. You should understand these changes well and the possible impact on your family. Tax Credit Deadline There...

With the labour government, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to change its priorities from welfare to work, according to the department's new minister. UK Labour to...

State pensioners could save hundreds of pounds through new freebies and discounts. In total, there are seven benefits worth up to £11,352. Benefits and Savings Available to State Pensioners Recent...

Inflation has been on the rise in recent years, with cost of living crisis that has made prices to go up, which have burdened millions of households from payment of bills...

Labour has been urged to increase the Universal Credit child benefit by £26.70 per week so that it is aligned with Scottish Child Payment. This would also involve ending the...

According to the Department for Work and Pensions' estimates around 880,000 pensioner households may be eligible for a £3,900 income boost, but do not claim Pension Credit as they wrongly...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided clarifications on whether investigators can reach out to claimants' neighbours if a claim of benefit fraud is made against them.  In...