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Millions of British citizens are going to notice changes to the dates on which they receive benefits such as the state pension, PIP, child benefit and other allowances as a...

Workers are being urged to verify their State Pension contributions and seize the chance to refill any missing payments before a deadline. People who failed to update their contributions have...

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has increased payments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) this month, bringing the maximum monthly benefit for about three million recipients to £800. DWP...

The Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, recently announced its intention to maintain the cap on the two-child benefit on Universal Credit should it win the next election....

Alan Brown, an SNP MP, has asked the UK government to "do the right thing" and the Labour Party "to commit" to his State Pension Age (Compensation) Bill "if they...

The British Treasury has recently made a key announcement that will bring relief to many people, particularly women aged between 60 and 70. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) started reaching...

The government has reopened its multi-million pound Hardship Fund in response to the economic impact of the pandemic. If you are a low-income household or on benefits, you can apply...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has set out to provide financial relief to senior citizens who are facing an escalating cost of living. The scheme, which is aimed...

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...

Are you aware that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) carries out frequent assessments of benefit claimants? The assessments enable the DWP to identify people who may be retrospectively...

Building society revisions proposed by a Sunderland MP are anticipated to help more first-time homebuyers get on the property ladder. First-Time Homebuyers Set to Benefit as Building Societies Act Amendment...

Pension funds are anticipating a penalty worth tens of billions of pounds as levelling up secretary Michael Gove attempts to save his dream of reshaping the centuries-old property leasehold system...

According to reliable government sources, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is currently mulling over further National Insurance reductions. The announcement of tax policy scheduled for September is generating growing impatience about the tax...

The 1,696th EuroMillions draw of the massive £103 Million jackpot took place tonight, Friday 19th April 2024 at approximately at 21:00 CET (20:00 GMT) and the winning numbers drawn were :...

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...

This Saturday, rail services connecting London, the North, and Scotland will face significant disruptions as LNER train drivers are set to strike. ASLEF Members at LNER Strike Over Terms and...

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced massive changes to the UK's welfare system. Mr Sunak stated in a speech on Friday morning that it is a "moral mission" to reform...

The think-tank claims that eliminating three important inheritance tax reliefs would create a fairer system and bring in £3 billion for the Treasury in the current tax year. In a...

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...

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is likely to announce a new crackdown on DWP benefits claimants later today, following a post-pandemic spike in people being ruled unfit to work, with the NHS...

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has recently issued a statement urging people born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011 to check for unclaimed assets in dormant accounts. This...

Coventry Building Society has reached a preliminary deal to purchase The Co-operative Bank in a transaction valued at £780 million. This monumental acquisition will enable the Co-operative Bank, which is...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could owe substantial financial compensation to many claimants, who could receive up to £12,000. This comes after a review process launched by the...

Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest level in over a month, as inflows from spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) slow. Bitcoin Price Falls Below $62,000 Amid Slowed ETF Inflows Before...

Many families in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are struggling with the high cost of living crisis. However, a solution may be at hand in the form of the NHS...

The staggering sum of £23 billion encompasses a range of crucial benefits, including over £8 billion in Universal Credit, £3.4 billion in Council Tax Support, and more. According to a...

According to current statistics, approximately one million households in the UK could lose up to £6,500 in state pension due to a simple oversight in claiming child benefit. Shockingly, child...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is well known for its dedication to supporting people with health problems through a range of benefits. One such benefit is Employment and...

The UK Lotto is a beacon of hope, anticipation, and life-altering opportunities. Week after week, countless individuals hold their breath, waiting for the draw that could turn their dreams into...

Universal Credit beneficiaries have been notified of a likely delay to the increase in their benefits. They could have to wait up to two months before their increased payments are...

The governor of the Bank of England has indicated that the UK is still on track for an interest rate cut, as official numbers show a further slowing in the...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is actively encouraging households suffering from certain health conditions to check their eligibility for a vital support payment this month. People with one...

The clock is ticking and the last opportunity to grab yourself a £175 bank switching bonus from First Direct will soon be gone. Only a few days remain, and you...

When payday is due, millions of Universal Credit recipients will be pleasantly surprised to see an extra £470 in their pockets. This windfall follows closely on the heels of April's...

The 1,729th EuroMillions draw of the massive £90 Million jackpot took place tonight, Tuesday 16th April 2024 at approximately at 21:00 CET (20:00 GMT) and the winning numbers drawn were :...

The UK's Household Support Fund (HSF) is providing assistance of up to £500 for the most vulnerable households. First introduced in October 2021, it has provided a source of financial...

Scottish Power will pay £1.5 million in reimbursements and penalties after overcharging nearly 1,700 families during the energy crisis and in earlier years, resulting in an average of £294 per...

UK energy bills have soared recently, and that's no surprise. Earlier this year, a report highlighted an alarming 40% increase in the number of UK households struggling to pay their...

Households receiving tax credits received an urgent warning after tens of thousands of payments were reduced to zero. Transition to Universal Credit Sparks Benefits Suspension The significant transition comes as...

Thousands of Universal Credit recipients are getting up to an extra £262 from the Department for Work and Pensions following a rule change. New regulations have recently been introduced by...

Over the weekend, the Home Office logged a staggering 748 migrants arriving in Kent after crossing the English Channel. Among them, 214 individuals were brought ashore at Dover on Saturday,...

According to a Resolution Foundation analysis, a single parent who rents and works 30 hours per week at the national living wage will be roughly £3,800 better off in 2024–25...

UK government body the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering a helping hand to eligible Universal Credit recipients with its Help to Save scheme. The scheme allows people...

Analysts predict that oil prices will reach $100 per barrel by May as Saudi Arabia extends production restrictions. In fact, escalating geopolitical tensions and an extension of the Opec cartel's...

Britain's rental market has seen a rise in the cost of new tenancies in recent years, a trend that is set to continue, according to the Resolution Foundation. The think...

This May, expect several changes to the timing of receiving Universal Credit and other benefit payments, particularly due to two upcoming bank holidays. Stay informed on how these adjustments will...

In accordance with the government's commitment to the Triple Guarantee, April's increase in the state pension should provide people aged 65 and over with a boost to their income. New...

The 1,728th EuroMillions draw of the massive £81 Million jackpot took place tonight, Friday 12th April 2024 at approximately at 21:00 CET (20:00 GMT) and the winning numbers drawn were : Main...

HMRC is encouraging individuals born between two specific dates to check if they qualify for up to £2,000 in free money through the Child Trust Fund (CTF). The government has...

The UK government, through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is unveiling a strategic financial boost for working parents receiving Universal Credit in the face of escalating childcare costs....