307 results for "Work and Pensions"

Millions of people are finding it increasingly difficult to pay their bills, buy essentials or even maintain a secure home unless they rely on state benefits, as the cost of...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently published an update on the matter of compensation for millions of WASPI women affected by the change in State Pension age....

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...

People receiving state benefits may receive their payments earlier than usual due to next week's bank holiday. Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said that all Jobcentre Plus offices and...

The UK government has announced plans to give workers an extra £450 as the autumn approaches, in a bid to address what it sees as an unfair burden on people's...

To strengthen its campaign against benefit fraud, the UK government announced on Monday 13 May ambitious changes, promising to extend the investigative powers of the Department for Work and Pensions...

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...

Many elderly Scottish households can anticipate receiving a series of one-off payments, totalling up to £367 per home, as winter approaches. Offered by the Scottish Government and the Department for...

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...

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...

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...

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has stated that he can “rule out” raising the State Pension age in order to support the UK Government's proposal to abolish National...

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...

Eight money and cost of living adjustments that will affect bank accounts. New changes go into effect this month, affecting Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) claimants, Universal Credit beneficiaries,...

The UK government is considering making major changes to its social care system, potentially impacting on those suffering from health conditions such as Depression and Anxiety. The forthcoming changes have...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) are rolling out a long-awaited online service to simplify the process of topping up National Insurance Contributions...

Changes to the payment schedules for various benefits facilitated by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have been announced due to the May...

The UK Benefits System is on the verge of major changes that will redefine the way its citizens interact with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). These include people...

The former head of the civil service believes that public sector pensions should be reduced to help fund pay increases.  Public Sector Pension Concerns Exacerbated by Workplace Morale Crisis Lord...

Over the last few years, the number of people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for mental health problems has risen dramatically across the UK. The Department for Work and Pensions...

The British government will be strengthening the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) by extending its powers to combat benefit abuse. Akin to the authority held by HM Revenue and...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a warning to State Pension claimants to collect £1,319 per month. Over 1.5 million older people receiving Attendance Allowance are expected to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Nearly half a million teachers in England and Wales could see a significant boost to their retirement income as a result of a little-known loophole. Often overlooked, this financial trick...

The cost of maintaining 'Gold-Plated' public sector pensions will be shouldered by taxpayers to the tune of an extra £2.5 billion, following the granting of one of the biggest pay...

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....

April 6 represented an important turning point for 29 million British citizens, as a record reduction in National Insurance Tax Cut came into effect. This transformational event is the result...

Britain is currently facing its most significant and sustained rise in the number of working-age adults unable to work due to illness since the 1990s. This highlights the urgent need...

In the wake of the UK's confirmed recession and persistent cost of living challenges, low-income families are grappling with financial strain. Research from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation reveals alarming levels...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has unveiled ambitious plans to optimize £1.4 trillion in pension schemes, aiming to enhance benefits for savers and contribute to the broader economic...

Britain's system faces the stark reality of struggling to meet the needs of an ageing population, warns Andy Briggs, the chief executive of life insurer Phoenix Group. Retirees are at...

Amidst the soaring cost of living in the UK, individuals and families eagerly anticipate essential UK financial support. Understanding the intricacies of these allocations is vital for effective financial planning....

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering pensioners up to £3,900 through Pension Credit. A simple five-minute task could help you find out if you qualify for additional…

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has outlined four reasons why some state pensioners might not be eligible for the £300 Winter Fuel Payment this year.

The UK government aims to reduce record high sick leave numbers, with plans for job support and healthcare reforms under review.

A recent legal challenge could see the Winter Fuel Payment reinstated for millions of pensioners after changes cut eligibility for many.

UK households missing out on Winter Fuel Payment still have the possibility to reduce their energy bills this winter by hundreds of pounds.

Birmingham households are set to receive a free cost of living payment worth £200 to help them during the winter months.

The DWP will send letters in October informing millions of households about the automatic £150 Warm Home Discount for winter energy bills.

DWP prioritizes PIP claims with new measures to speed up payments, reducing in-person assessments and streamlining reviews.

New rules cut Winter Fuel Payments for many pensioners, with Pension Credit promoted as a replacement, but some will still miss out.

Many PIP claimants could see their payments reduced or stopped as the DWP identifies key reasons in its ongoing reviews.

Seven out of ten disabled pensioners stand to lose £300 in energy bill assistance through the Winter Fuel Allowance. DWP Confirms Winter Fuel Payment Cuts Will Hit 1.6 Million Disabled...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that older people receiving Attendance Allowance may also be eligible for Pension Credit, a benefit designed to support those on a...

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...