Lydia Amazouz
State Pensioners Set to Receive £100 Extra in Bank Accounts
Under a new Tory Party plan, state pensioners will notice an extra £100 in their bank accounts, and that’s “just the start.” State Pensioners Set to Receive £100 Boost Under…
DWP Introduces ‘Checklist’ for Claimants Transitioning from PIP in Rigorous Reform Initiative
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released a “checklist” for persons transitioning from PIP to Adult Disability Payment in the midst of a disability benefit crackdown. DWP Issues Transition…
Inheritance Tax Overhaul Hits Thousands in Britain: Dubbed ‘Most Unfair’ Reform Yet
Experts are warning taxpayers not to risk losing their hard-earned money to the “most unfair tax in Britain”. The controversial levy is no other than the inheritance tax (IHT), which is levied…
People Over State Pension Age on Disability Entitled to Extra £326 Monthly
The DWP announces crucial support for people of State Pension age facing disabilities: eligible individuals may now receive an extra £326 monthly. State Pension Age Individuals Eligible for Additional Benefits…
Scottish Parents May Get More than £209 Per Month for Children Under-16
Scottish parents of children under the age of 16 are now set to receive £106.80 every month through the Scottish Child Payment. The weekly payment of £26.70, which is only…
Millions in the UK Risk Running Out of Retirement Funds Due to Pension Confusion
Millions of people in the UK are at risk of “dangerously underestimating” the total amount of money they need when it comes to retirement savings. Survey Reveals UK Adults’…
State Pensioners Alerted to £6,000 ‘Urgent Issue’ with Limited Time to Act
A £6,000 “urgent issue” warning has been sent to state pensioners for a mistake that cost them THOUSANDS. Experts have also warned that time is running out for Department for…
Drivers Urged to Follow ‘Three-Year Rule’ or Risk to Lose Thousands
Drivers all over the United Kingdom have been urged to follow ‘Three-year rule’ in order to be able to save thousands of pounds. The Three-Year Rule: How Buying a Used…
DWP Announces Exact Date for Scrapping Major Benefit Claimed by 730,000 Brits
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued an update regarding its plans to scrap the Tax Credit benefit. DWP Announces End of Tax Credit Claims Amid Transition to Universal…
PIP Claimants May Need to Provide ‘Medical Evidence’ to Maintain Payments Under New DWP Plans
PIP recipients may have to provide “medical evidence” in order to be able to receive their payments as part of new system reform. It is one of the numerous changes…
Thousands of UK Bank Account Holders to Receive Free £200 Windfall
Thousands of UK bank account holders are expected to receive a few hundred pounds for free as high-street banks compete for clients. Switch promotions for current accounts provide incentives of up…
DWP Warns Carers Unaware of Incorrect Payments They Might Face £1,900 Penalty
The government is presently attempting to recover almost £251 million from 138,000 carers. This information was revealed in a written parliamentary response and comes as ministers are being pushed to…
State Pensioners May See Monthly Payments Raised to £1,001 in Proposed Reform
Hope is on the horizon for state pensioners as experts predict a significant increase in state pensions. With expectations soaring above £1,000 per month, proposed reforms could bring much-needed relief…
New Rule Change May Grant Elderly PIP Recipients £303 Monthly Mobility Boost
After a change in the law, some groups of older individuals receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and receiving an award for the lower rate of mobility element may be entitled…
Cost of Living Payments: Thousands of Struggling Households Urged to Apply for Up to £375 Free Cash
Thousands of financially strapped households are urged to apply for free money worth up to £375 in cost of living payments. These payments aim to assist with various living expenses.…
People Over State Pension Age With Long-term Health Issues to Receive New Benefits Starting This Autumn
People over State Pension age who live in five Scottish local councils will be the first in the country to be eligible for a new disability payment beginning in October. Introduction…
New State Pension Recipients Could Receive Up to £935 Monthly
According to new estimates from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), UK inflation fell to its lowest level in nearly three years in April as energy prices fell further. Consumer…
DWP Under Investigation by Equalities Watchdog Over Treatment of Disabled People on Benefits
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is currently conducting an investigation on the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) over suspicions of law-breaking in its treatment of disabled benefits…
UK Workers with AI Skills See 14% Wage Premium as Demand for Roles Soars
According to PwC’s most recent global AI employment barometer, UK workers are now offered a hefty 14 % wage premium for AI-savvy roles, underscoring the sector’s extraordinary growth. The…
DWP Recipients Could Get 40 Hours of Free Driving Lessons
People claiming benefits from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) could be eligible for up to 40 hours of free driving lessons. Learning to drive can be costly,…
UK Households to Receive £80 Cost of Living Payments in Coming Weeks
Poverty-striken households in the UK are set to receive a lifeline in the form of £80 cost of living payments starting next month, as part of the Government’s Household Support…
UK House Prices Reach Record High, Averaging Over £375,000
According to Rightmove UK house prices hit record highs with the average British house price reaching £375,000 in May. Average UK House Prices Reach Record High The average UK…
Nationwide Unveils £50,000 Payments for People Who ‘Pass’ Check
Nationwide has “doubled” an essential customer benefit as part of a substantial cost-of-living increase. Nationwide, the UK’s largest building society, which competes with Lloyds, HSBC UK, Santander, NatWest, and others,…
State Pension: Full List of Older People Eligible for Back Payments Before Year’s End Revealed
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 Update:…
Thousands of UK Households to Receive £400 Free Cash for Water Bills Payments
If you’re facing challenges with covering your water bills, know that your water provider offers assistance programs designed to help. These include options like social tariffs and subsidies aimed at…
WASPI Women Set to Receive State Pension Age Compensation Proposal Before July Ends
Sir Stephen Timms, chairman of the Work and Pensions Committee, has written to Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride in response to an oral evidence session that took place last…
UK Fuel Price Crisis Escalates as Retailers Increase Margins, Prompting Calls for Action
Supermarkets and other gas dealers have been charged with inflating their profit margins and pushing up UK fuel price to new highs. UK Fuel Price Crisis: RAC Calls for Government…
£549 Weekly State Pension Called for Citizens Over 60
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.…
People Over State Pension Age to Receive Proposed Winter Heating Payments Up to £300
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…
DWP to Extend Job Search Support Amid 900,000 UK Vacancies
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…
Millions on Universal Credit to See Pay Increase Starting Today
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…
Thousands of UK Households in Need to Receive £240 Cash Support
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…
State Pension: New Calls for Weekly £221 Payments for People Over Retirement Age
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…
UK Universities Report Decline in International Student Enrollment Amid Visa Concerns
UK universities have recently reported a significant decline in foreign students’ numbers, amid warnings that further student visa restrictions would restrain a vital flux of talent for the nation’s…
Elderly People at State Pension Age Earning Less Than £101 Weekly May Receive Extra Payment
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,…
DWP Warns 424,000 PIP Recipients of Impending Payment Cuts
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…
UK Emerges From Recession With Strongest Growth in Two Years
The UK emerged from recession at the beginning of the year thanks to stronger-than-expected growth. According to official statistics, the GDP expanded by 0.6% between January and March—the quickest pace…
WASPI Women Brace for Extended Compensation Scheme Review by UK Government
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has informed MPs that he “understands the strong feelings” in Parliament over the lack of response to the recently published final report by the Parliamentary and…
Tax Hikes Expected Post-UK Election Unless Fiscal Rules are Overhauled, Warns Thinktank
The next government will be required to hit voters with post-election tax increases and delay net-zero investment unless it is willing to scrap Treasury guidelines for managing public finances, according…
UK Interest Rates Anticipated to Remain at 16-Year High
The Bank of England is likely to hold interest rates at 5.25% for the sixth time in a row on Thursday. The move comes as inflation, which tracks price increases…
UK Households Eligible for ‘One-Off’ £100 Cash Payment in Cost of Living Relief
Many UK households will get a £100 Cost of Living allowance this summer. Nottinghamshire County Council stated in April that it would provide one-time free cash handouts of £100 to…
Energy Customers Can Claim Up to £315 by Checking Their Accounts
Energy companies are currently sitting on £3 billion of costumers’ money, with the average household in credit owing £210. UK Energy Consumers Eligible for Refunds Up to £315 Energy consumers in the UK…
PIP Claimants May Face Demands to ‘Prove’ Purchases in New DWP Reforms
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 DWP Scheme to Aid 59,000 Long-term Sick and Disabled Individuals Rejoin the Workforce Due to Begin in October
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…
HMRC Brown Envelopes Deliver £1,941 Boost to Workers’ Doorsteps
Keeping an eye on your doorstep this week can be a good idea since His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is sending out ‘brown envelopes’ that you must open and could result…
Bank of England Not Yet Prepared to Cut Interest Rates, Experts say
Borrowers expecting costs to come down will have to wait longer, as Bank of England governors are poised to wait for more compelling indications that the cost-of-living crisis has…
DWP Launches New Evaluation to Assess Impact of Cost of Living Payments on Low-Income and Vulnerable Groups
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…
Diesel Drivers Slammed with Up to £250 Extra Parking Fees by Labour Councils
Diesel drivers are being slammed with hundreds of pounds in extra costs to park near their properties under Labour Council’s regulations. Diesel Drivers Hit with £250 Yearly Parking Surcharge…
UK Train Strikes: Train Services Disrupted Again as Aslef Drivers Renew Strike Action
Rail passengers across the UK face a new wave of train disruptions as train drivers commence a new cycle of train strikes on Monday, despite several attempts by the industry…
DWP Releases Update for PIP Users on Motability Scheme Transitioning to ADP This Year
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…
