Ghiles Slamani
Breathing Room for Universal Credit Claimants: DWP Extends Budgeting Advance Repayment Period
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced a major overhaul to the repayment terms of Budgeting Advance loans, but what does it mean for you?
Wage increases push elderly and disabled care to the brink of collapse
The latest changes to the UK's national budget could create a crisis in adult social care, with providers struggling to remain solvent. Healthcare leaders warn that wage increases and underfunding…
Property Market Frenzy: What the April Stamp Duty Hike Means for First-Time Buyers
The upcoming stamp duty changes have sent shockwaves through the property market, with thousands of first-time buyers rushing to complete purchases ahead of the April deadline.
State Pension Growth Could Push 100,000 Pensioners Into Poverty by 2026
An additional 175,000 pensioners will lose their winter fuel payments by 2029 due to a policy shift aimed at restricting eligibility. The rising value of the state pension is pushing…
Is Your Partner’s State Pension Still Yours After They Die? Here’s What You Need to Know
For about 12.7 million elderly individuals in the UK, the State Pension system is crucial because it provides them with the necessary financial support. However, after the pensioner dies, what…
Housing Crisis Hits Breaking Point : How Skyrocketing Rents Are Shattering Dreams
The average cost of renting in the UK has surged by £3,240 per year since the end of pandemic restrictions, research reveals. This sharp rise, driven by stagnant rental supply…
