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Council tax bills are expected to climb by £600 per year, delivering a cost-of-living shock to millions of households throughout the UK. Council Tax Warning: Funding Crisis Looms for Local...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced details of the beneficiaries of a new extension to the Household Support Fund, which aims to provide financial assistance to vulnerable...

Starting in early November, residents of Birmingham who are experiencing financial difficulties can apply for a £200 assistance payment.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) provides loans of up to £812 to UK households facing financial difficulties. These loans can help cover expenses like rent, furniture, and funeral…

Scottish universities are facing increasing financial pressures due to rising UK taxes and falling numbers of international students. Institutions are warning of possible job cuts and funding disparities that could…

The government is preparing to deliver an update on compensation for WASPI women, who were affected by changes to the state pension age. Following a damning report by the Parliamentary…

This Christmas, households in the West Midlands will receive a welcome boost with a direct payment into their bank account. 

Local councils are stepping up to help households in need this winter by offering various forms of financial assistance.

UK households could receive up to £3,225 in Cost of Living payments by Christmas, with various schemes offering vital support.

DWP warns PIP and ESA claimants to act quickly to avoid losing their benefits. Urgent action is needed for those receiving support.

Parents earning less than £60,000 a year can now receive increased annual cash support thanks to recent updates in HMRC regulations.

Households have only a limited time to claim free payments from the Household Support Fund (HSF), which is offering more than £57 million in unclaimed support. This allocation of funds,...

The Household Support Fund (HSF) is offering one-ff cost of living payments to millions of households facing financial challenges. Residents Urged to Apply for Cost of Living Payment Assistance Before...

Hundreds of thousands of people claiming benefits from the DWP have been hit with an unexpected bill, facing debts of £20,000. DWP Seeks Repayments from Carers Over Benefit Overpayments As...

UK households are being informed about special payments meant to help with the cost of living. These payments are provided through the Household Support Fund (HSF) managed by local councils...

Households could benefit financially under the current cost of living crisis from a boost from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to ease the burden of energy bills. Coventry...

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...

UK train operators are headed for turmoil as a long-running pay dispute has turned into a series of strikes. This latest development, announced by the ASLEF union, sees train drivers...

The National Insurance cut which has been a lifeline for many is expected to come into effect this week, promising more disposable income for millions of hard-working people in the...

In the wake of the UK's confirmed recession and persistent cost of living challenges, low-income families are grappling with financial strain. Research from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation reveals alarming levels...

In a promising development for UK households, energy bills are on the brink of reaching their lowest point in two years come April, thanks to a decisive move by Ofgem....

UK inflation rose to 2.3% in October, surpassing the Bank of England’s target of 2% and raising concerns over potential delays to interest rate cuts. The increase, driven by a…

The NHS has introduced a significant update to its prescription policies, halting routine treatments for 36 common conditions. While aimed at curbing unnecessary spending and reallocating resources, the changes have…

The UK government’s latest update on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reforms could mark a significant shift in disability benefits. While aimed at modernisation, the suggestion to replace cash payments with…

Labour's budget plans may significantly impact retirees, from cuts to winter fuel payments to potential pension reforms including means-testing, inheritance tax changes, and stricter pension access rules.

People on PIP are likely to continue receiving payments of up to £737 from the DWP for their health conditions.

Mortgage rates under 4% are returning as competition heats up, offering better opportunities for first-time buyers amid Bank of England's rate hold.

Having trouble covering the costs of Christmas? If so, check out the grants and charitable programmes that offer grants to help you have a stress-free Christmas.

Birmingham households are set to receive a free cost of living payment worth £200 to help them during the winter months.

A range of financial changes is set to impact millions of households this October, coinciding with the start of winter and the seasonal expenses coming with it.

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...

According to the Department for Work and Pensions, there are more than 3.5 million adults all over Great Britain currently claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP), with around 173,000 residing in...

Millions of people over state pension age in Great Britain could be failing to claim extra payments of more than £9,544 each year, simply because most of them do not...

According to the latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the total number of people receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance almost hit 1.6 million by...

According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) almost 1.6 million older people were receiving extra financial support through Attendance Allowance at the end of November 2023. This marks...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued an update on the status of the State Pension Underpayments Legal Entitlements and Administrative Practice (LEAP) initiative. State Pension Underpayment: Progress...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided a full overview of the eligibility criteria for the recently extended Household Support Fund. The extension, which runs until the end...

The Department for Work and Pensions recently disclosed details on who will be eligible for the latest batch of summer cost of living payments. Cost of Living Payments: Household Fund Extension...

According to the most recent Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates, over 1.5 million people in Great Britain received additional financial support through Attendance Allowance at the end of...

People with a long-term sickness, disability, or physical or mental health condition who file a new claim for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) this month and are approved may earn up...

British state pensioners could see a significant increase of £600 a month in their payments under a new policy proposal. A financial expert has suggested that the incoming government could...

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...

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),...

Some insiders claim that if Labour wins the next election, it could start charging VAT on fees for private schools and boarding schools in England. This could worry some parents...

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...

According to the most recent Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates, 3.5 million persons in the UK were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) as of the end of January...

According to new UK government welfare reform proposals, more than one million people with mental health disorders might lose Personal Independence Payments (PIP) worth up to £737.20 every four weeks...

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...

Elon Musk, CEO of social network X, formerly known as Twitter, has suggested that new users would have to pay a fee or tax before they could engage in activities...

According to the Office for National Statistics, the UK economy saw a 0.1% increase in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in February of this year, following a 0.3% rise in January....