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DWP Announces Expanded Winter Fuel Payment Eligibility for Those Over State Pension Age
Starting Monday, 16 September, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is introducing new rules that will limit Winter Fuel Payments. DWP Faces Criticism Over Winter Fuel Payments and Pension…
Drivers Face £1,000 Fine for Using Common Apps and Sat Navs Under New Laws
UK drivers are being cautioned that using popular traffic apps while driving can result in costly fines and potential licence points. The warning follows an increase in drivers depending on…
DWP Offers £500 Cost of Living Payments to UK Households
Starting Monday, 16 September 2024, UK households can apply for £500 in Cost of Living support, according to Cheshire East Council. This is the third opportunity for people to be…
Martin Lewis Issues Urgent State Pension Alert for Those Born Before 1979
Martin Lewis is encouraging individuals to check to see whether they can increase their state pension by up to £74,000. This however only applies if they are of the appropriate age. Deadline…
People Born Before This Date Set to Receive £300 Automatic Payment
This winter, the UK government is set to provide an automatic payment worth £300 to the country’s most impoverished pensioner households to help them with heating costs. Pensioners Born Before…
Drivers Race to Upgrade Cars Ahead of New Driving Law
As a result of a new European Union law that impacts UK drivers, all new cars now have speed limiters. Speed limiters will soon be installed on practically all UK…
DWP Unveils New Autumn Plan to Help Long-term Sick and Unemployed Individuals Return to Work
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to release a new White Paper this Autumn aiming to boost employment by getting more unemployed and long-term sick people back into…
State Pension to Increase by £460 in April, But Older Pensioners Will See £107 Less
Under the triple lock, the full new state pension should increase by over £500 to £12,020 per year starting April 2025. However, this amount is still far below what is required…
DWP Set to Cease Housing Benefit Payments for Millions in September
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…
Midlands Postcodes Impacted by DWP Shakeup as PIP Claimants Receive Warning
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) released a warning for people who claim Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Universal Credit in certain postcodes. The notice is prompted by changes in…
New Diesel and Petrol Rule to Cost Drivers £122 Starting in October
A driving expert has warned that the new Labour government’s intention to eliminate fuel duty could have a significant impact on drivers, potentially costing an additional £122 per year. Drivers…
HMRC Issues Warning to Those with £7,500 Sitting in Savings Accounts
People with £7,500 in their savings accounts have been warned about an unexpected HMRC tax. A personal finance expert has revealed key errors and hazards in the savings account procedure…
Money Expert Martin Lewis Urges State Pensioners to Make One Call for £11,300 Payout
Finance Guru Martin Lewis urges state pensioners to make a single phone call to receive a £11,300 benefit. Martin Lewis Urges State Pensioners to Claim Pension Credit Amid Winter Support…
State Pensioners to Receive DWP Payments Unlinked to NI Contributions
The Department for Work and Pensions provides an advantageous program for state pensioners, in addition to top-up payments. The DWP has confirmed that older individuals in a specific age bracket will…
New Pay-Per-Mile Tax Likely to Push One in Three Drivers to Sell Their Vehicles
Many petrol and diesel drivers could be forced to ditch their vehicles and switch to other modes of transport as new pay-per-mile tax changes are set to be introduced. New…
DWP to Introduce New Cost of Living Support Payments Next Month
The new Labour government and the DWP are set to introduce a new Cost of Living support this October. Despite concerns that the Household Support Fund would end on September…
UK Households Given Three Weeks to Claim £600 Free Payment
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,…
State Pension Set for £400 Increase Following Triple Lock Win
A report claims that the new full state pension will increase by over £400 per year. According to the BBC, Treasury calculations show that the pension might be increased as…
DWP Offers State Pensioners Over £3,000 in September Benefits and Discounts
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.…
State Pensioners No Longer Eligible for Winter Fuel Payments May Still Receive Up to £200 This Year
State pensioners who do not receive Pension Credit may still qualify for support through an extended scheme from Octopus Energy. This follows the UK Government’s decision to stop the annual…
HMRC Provides Update on Child Benefit Payments for UK Households Who Missed the Deadline
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…
DWP Set to Implement Significant PIP Reforms Starting in September
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will make significant changes to disability benefit assessments in September. The adjustments will affect how Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims are evaluated. DWP…
Thousands Face PIP Claim Halts Due to Labour’s Upcoming Welfare Reforms
The Department for Work and Pensions is increasing the number of reviews while reducing or stopping cash payments for PIP claimants. More money allows for the timely processing of more…
New Driving Laws in September: Petrol, Diesel, and Electric Vehicle Owners to Face Additional Charges
British motorists are being alerted to new driving laws coming into effect in September. These changes will primarily impact fuel regulations, number plates, and the conclusion of a significant scheme.…
DWP Allows Universal Credit Recipients to Boost Earnings by £100 with New Scheme
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…
DWP Winter Fuel Payments Under Review After Petition Hits 450k Signatures
More than 450,000 people have signed a petition to cancel Labour’s changes to Winter Fuel Payments, which were previously available to anyone in the UK born before September 25, 1957…
People Who Have Direct Debit Urged to ‘Cancel It’ Immediately
If you are a bank account holder, it is possible that you are missing out on some serious savings. Finance guru Martin Lewis and his Money Saving Expert team are…
Daylight Saving Time in the UK: When the Clocks Will Change in 2024
As the end of daylight saving time (DST) is getting closer, the UK will soon have to change its clocks to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Understanding Daylight Saving Time in the UK…
DWP and HMRC to Cut £8,400 in Benefits Soon, Impacting Thousands of Households
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…
Millions of Households Have Only Weeks Left to Claim £200 Cost of Living Payment
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…
DWP Issues Urgent Pension Warning to Millions
Labour’s plan to review pensions in order to save money has raised concerns about the potential impact on households and their pension pots, leading to media reports of a “pension…
Foreign Office Alerts British Tourists to Get Tested Within Eight Weeks Amid Ongoing Virus Outbreak
British tourists have been cautioned about a new “active outbreak” of a virus transmitted by bite-causing midges and mosquitos. British holidaymakers have been warned about the condition, which causes fever, chills,…
New DWP Changes to PIP Assessments Set to Begin Next Month
Starting next month, the process for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Work Capability Assessments (WCA) will change for people in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. However, this update does not…
HMRC Urges UK Households to Claim £2,000 Handout Before Saturday
HMRC is urging millions of UK households to claim a handout valued at £2,380 before the looming Saturday deadline. HMRC Urges Parents to Apply for Tax-Free Childcare by Saturday to…
PIP Recipients Can Claim £800 Boost Before Labour’s Benefit Cuts
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…
DWP to Issue Automatic £200 Payments to Those Born Before This Date
The Winter Fuel Payment scheme will provide a £200 payment to hundreds of thousands of pensioners later this year. £200 Winter Fuel Payment for Eligible Pensioners This year, the Winter…
Labour Considers Raising State Pension Age to 71 Due to Affordability Concerns
The newly elected Labour Government plans to raise the state pension age 71 as concerns over the retirement benefit’s affordability arise. State Pension Age Could Rise to 71 as Labour Consider Changes…
Drivers Risk £5,000 Fines for Not Keeping ‘Spare Pair’ in Glovebox
To avoid both penalty points and a £5,000 fine, drivers are strongly advised to verify that their sunglasses are safe before driving. Drivers Urged to Wear Properly Rated Sunglasses to…
Energy Customers of EDF, British Gas, Octopus, OVO, and EON to Receive £572 Payment
Energy customers of British Gas, OVO, EDF, EON Next and Octopus have been told they can avoid a £146 price hike from October. By contacting their energy provider and making…
Millions to Receive £1,900 Monthly Boost in DWP Benefit—Here’s How to Claim
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…
DWP Issues October Warning to All Universal Credit and PIP Claimants
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…
DVLA Revokes 640,000 Driving Licences, Citing Clear Rules
UK drivers have been warned that their licences could be at risk after the DVLA revoked 646,000 licences just two months ago. DVLA’s Medical Driving Licence Revocations In June, the…
Martin Lewis Urges State Pensioners to Claim £990 with a Single Phone Call
Financial expert Martin Lewis is advising state pensioners to see if they qualify for an extra £988 per year from the Government. State Pensioners Can Boost Income with Pension Credit…
Drivers in England Warned to Avoid Driving After 10am on Friday
Drivers and road users have been warned not to be on the roads this week as Britain braces for chaos. Experts have urged motorists, drivers and road users across the…
Households, Disabled Individuals, and Pensioners Set to Receive One-Off Payments by Year-End
Ofgem is expected to announce the new energy price cap on Friday, with analysts at Cornwall Insight predicting a 10% increase starting October 1. Upcoming Payments to Support Households and…
DWP to Question Benefits Claimants Under Caution at Jobcentres
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…
New UK Driving Law to Take Effect Soon – Only Older Drivers Ready for Change
A new driving law only the older generation of drivers are ready for is set to make significant changes in the UK within a few weeks. UK Road Users Face…
UK Drivers Urged to ‘Steer Clear of Supermarket Fuel’ Amid Major Warning
Drivers are being strongly advised against using supermarket fuel, as a leading mechanical expert issued an urgent notice. UK Drivers Warned to Avoid Supermarket Fuel Despite Recent Price Drops According…
More Than Half a Million People Have Universal Credit Payments Stopped by DWP; Urgent Warning Issued
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…
Basic State Pension to Be Cut by £2,800 Annually Due to April Reform, Sparking Concerns
Over 12million retirees are expected to see their income rise by 4.5% starting April 2025. They were previously hoping to get 5.7%, however, those hopes have rapidly been crushed as…
