147 results for "benefits"

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced changes to May's benefit payment date due to the upcoming bank holiday. Millions of beneficiaries throughout the UK will receive their scheduled...

To strengthen its campaign against benefit fraud, the UK government announced on Monday 13 May ambitious changes, promising to extend the investigative powers of the Department for Work and Pensions...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently announced two major changes are to be made to Universal Credit, which could have an impact on the financial situation of...

Amid the cost of living crisis, a substantial number of people in the UK may be eligible for a range of financial support schemes and discounts facilitated by the Department...

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...

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...

DWP Attendance Allowance (AA) is a significant financial benefit for people over State Pension age. In particular, it benefits those with health problems such as arthritis and back pain, which...

The staggering sum of £23 billion encompasses a range of crucial benefits, including over £8 billion in Universal Credit, £3.4 billion in Council Tax Support, and more. According to a...

This May, expect several changes to the timing of receiving Universal Credit and other benefit payments, particularly due to two upcoming bank holidays. Stay informed on how these adjustments will...

As school holidays approach, HMRC is urging working parents to check if they qualify for Tax-free childcare benefits. Families Urged to Sign Up for Tax-Free Childcare Before Easter Break With...

Amidst the soaring cost of living in the UK, individuals and families eagerly anticipate essential UK financial support. Understanding the intricacies of these allocations is vital for effective financial planning....

An online petition with over 59,500 signatures has been started to demand a weekly State Pension payout of around £550 to bring it into compliance with the National Living Wage....

The most recent statistics provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveal that a staggering number of individuals, exceeding 6.7 million, are currently benefiting from financial assistance through...

Starting today, families will be able to claim free childcare for children as young as nine months via a new aid support scheme, saving an average of almost £3,500 a...

The Scottish Government is planning to replace Winter Fuel Payments with a newly distributed lump sum to be expected later this year. Scottish Government Proposes State Pension Age Winter Heating...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has vowed to offer people additional time and assistance in order for them to find a job. The pledge comes as new Universal...

The Cornwall council has received an additional £4.5 million as part of the government's free initiative to support struggling UK households. Each council receives a varied amount of funds based...

An emerging online petition advocates for equitable treatment, urging all individuals over retirement age to receive the updated State Pension weekly rate of £221.20, highlighting the disparity faced by those...

With a 4.9 percent rise from the year prior, the UK's green taxes revenue in 2023 was £52.5 billion, nearly returning to the pre-pandemic state. The rate of corporation tax...

According to the latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) statistics, the State Pension is currently offering a regular financial income to approximately 12.7 million older individuals across the country,...

Under substantial government changes, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is implementing a massive overhaul of the welfare system, warning nearly half a million people receiving Personal Independence Payments...

Millions of Britons will be getting higher payments beginning next week. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that the changes will apply to potentially millions of people...

Many elderly Scottish households can anticipate receiving a series of one-off payments, totalling up to £367 per home, as winter approaches. Offered by the Scottish Government and the Department for...

PIP claimants may have to provide a 'proof letter' under new reforms issued by the Department of Work and Pensions. PIP Claimants Required to Provide Evidence for Purchases Under New...

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...

Between June and December this year, thousands of Carer's Allowance recipients will receive one-off payments totalling £288.60. The Scottish Government automatically pays the Carer's Allowance supplement twice a year to...

Following Labour MP Navendu Mishra's question about whether an assessment of the “average financial impact per claimant of the discontinuation of Disability Cost of Living Payments” had been made, the...

The British government has a range of financial benefits for families bringing up children with disabilities, illnesses or health conditions, including autism. Among these benefits is Disability Living Allowance (DLA),...

According to the latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates, 218,859 people in Scotland are now receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and will have their award converted to Adult...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is considering a complete reform of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP). It says it is investigating measures such as “stopping regular cash payments” of...

Wealthy pension savers are being cautioned that a new “catch in the small print” of lifetime allowance legislation might put them at danger of paying excessively tax on pension withdrawals....

The British citizens who are qualified for tax relief under HMRC's new travel rules have been identified. Andy Wood, a tax expert, outlines the difficulties of tax relief for travel expenses...

NHS prescription prices in the UK rose by 2.59% on May 1, marking a dark day for individuals in need of medication. Many are blasting the rise in prices to...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering individuals of State Pension age an increase in income if they suffer from hearing impairment. Approximately 12 million adults in the...

Taxes and high interest rates are set to make the UK economy the slowest growing in the G7 next year, according to forecasts by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and...

Millions of non-benefit claimants are noticing an additional £57 in their account balances. This is due to reductions in National Insurance, the tax paid by working people, which allows households...

Some parents and legal guardians are required to update their personal information on GOV.UK to guarantee Child Benefit payments continue in June. This affects anyone with a 16-year-old child who was previously...

Members of an online benefit advisory forum are still reporting receiving backdated Personal Independence Payments (PIPs) ranging from £5,000 to almost £11,000 following a recent rule change by the Department...

Following the government's announcement of a review of the benefits, significant changes to the DWP's Personal Independence Payments could be implemented soon. However, for the time being, the Department for...

The government intends to eliminate Universal Credit fitness for work evaluations when granting PIP and replace them with an updated Universal Credit health element. DWP Unveils Proposal to Revamp Disability Assessment for Employment...

Amidst the renewal season for tax credits, HMRC has issued a crucial warning to 730,000 claimants. Those receiving Working Tax Credit and or Child Tax Credit will start receiving renewal...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) are rolling out a long-awaited online service to simplify the process of topping up National Insurance Contributions...

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:...

Changes to the payment schedules for various benefits facilitated by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have been announced due to the May...

The UK's famous seaside region of Cornwall is sparking talk of a possible 'tourist tax'. Backed by significant figures, the idea could open up new opportunities for travel in the...

Housing costs, both rental and ownership, have soared in recent years. This surge in housing costs raises the question of what kind of help the government can provide. So, If...

Nearly 300,000 households are missing out on £1.2 billion in rental support. According to a new Policy in Practice study, hundreds of thousands of senior citizens are entitled for about...

Scotland is about to implement a new Disability Benefit Scheme, the Pension Age Disability Payment, for people of State Pension age with a disability or long-term condition. This new payment...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has come out in support of the elderly, in particular those with heart conditions. Over 1.5 million people over retirement age receive Attendance...

Over two million British households have been warned they may be missing out on council tax benefits worth more than £1,500 each year. Many People Could be Missing out on...