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Big changes are coming to benefits as the DWP rolls out its plan to migrate to Universal Credit. Will you keep your payments or face a financial shock? Find out…

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) intends to abolish the earnings-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) two years ahead of schedule, with the announcement of a major policy change.

The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing significant changes to Universal Credit payment rates from April 2025, as announced by Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, at Labour's budget…

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…

A DWP rule change could allow many Universal Credit claimants to apply for an additional £1,000 in mortgage support.

Nearly half a million tax credit claimants are at risk of losing their benefits as the government transitions all legacy benefit recipients to Universal Credit.

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

According to a new DWP report, Universal Credit claimants who are part of the Department for Work and Pensions' Intensive Work Search scheme can increase their earnings by almost £100 more over...

Within the forthcoming week, a change will be introduced which will have an impact on benefits received by hundreds of thousands of people still on older benefits in the UK....

Benefit claimants have been warned that significant changes are likely to take place starting in October. On October 30, Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to announce her first Budget, which...

Universal Credit claimants and those receiving benefits are being warned to avoid having their payments decreased or halted, as half a million have been penalised. Universal Credit Claimants Warned as...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently confirmed that Universal Credit recipients may be eligible for an extra monthly payment if there has been a delay in processing...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has admitted to a significant weakness in relation to pension contributions for Universal Credit claimants, with this recent revelation shaking many thousands of...

Liz Kendall, the new head of the Department for Work and Pensions, has launched a decisive initiative aimed at addressing unemployment. Labour Cabinet Member Criticizes Conservative Approach to Universal Credit...

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...

People on Universal Credit can get up to £1,739 per month from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), even during the summer months. Universal Credit Childcare Support Benefits for...

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 most recent figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), there were 6.9 million people across England, Scotland and Wales, getting financial help through Universal Credit at...

According to the latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), 6.7 million individuals in Great Britain receive financial assistance through Universal Credit on a monthly basis. This...

This upcoming August bank holiday may cause some payment changes for many people. This adjustment could impact disbursements such as Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments (PIP). If your payment is due on Monday 26 August, you are likely to receive it on...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that it has discontinued the benefit claims of 184,000 people transitioning to Universal Credit. People Urged to Transition to Universal Credit...

Beginning tomorrow, July 1,more than 90, 000 people currently claiming Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and Child Tax Credits will be migrated to Universal Credit. Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)...

Gambling winnings can drastically affect your financial benefits. According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), winnings are considered part of your capital, which could result in a reduction...

In its latest crackdown on fraud and error, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has affirmed it is issuing urgent messages to Universal Credit claimants. Authorities are conducting  'targeted...

July will be a month of major changes in your pocket, with Ofgem lowering its price cap as well as new rules by some of the biggest high street banks....

Parents often try to juggle the demands of everyday life while keeping their young ones happy and vigorous. For some, help such as Universal Credit, Income Support and Child Tax...

The UK's general election is right around the corner, with all the major parties unveiling their plans to manage the persistent cost of living crisis. Cost of Living Payments and...

A 'cruel' Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits cap will result in hundreds of thousands additional households losing £4,300 per year. The Growing Impact of DWP's Universal Credit Rule...

A detailed report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has highlighted the groups most affected by the transition from traditional benefits to Universal Credit (UC). The Department for Work...

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...

Millions of Universal Credit claimants are set to benefit from a major change to their payments this week. Eligible claimants can now access extra financial help through the Household Support...

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...

Thousands of Universal Credit claimants are starting to see a £470 rise in their accounts. Some will begin to receive the extra pay today, with four more critical dates remaining...

Thousands of people claiming employment and support assistance (ESA) may be required to make a significant shift this month. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is testing asking these...

According to the most recent Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) figures, 6.4 million people were claiming Universal Credit as of the end of January 2024. This figure comprises 2.4...

One recent study found that half of all Universal Credit recipients lose some of their payments due to automatic deductions implemented by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Claimants...

This June is set to bring an avalanche of financial updates that could affect your personal finances. From new cost of living payments to Universal Credit updates, here's a look...

Recently, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) updated the list of identification documents required for people claiming Universal Credit in the UK. With 6.7 million people currently receiving Universal...

Thousands of people relying on Universal Credit will see a significant boost to their payments from today, Friday 24 May. With this increase, new rates are being introduced for the...

New rules have been introduced for Universal Credit claimants, one of the most popular benefits in the UK with over 6 Million claimants. Universal Credit can be claimed from the...

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, a significant boost awaits millions of households enrolled in Universal Credit, promising increased financial support each month. Universal Credit Payment Increase: What You Need to Know On 9...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

Universal Credit claimants with children have been alerted to the potential for childcare support worth up to £1,739 per month. This is part of the UK Government's initiative to help...