223 results for "Child benefit"

As the cost of living rises in Britain, the government's Household Support Fund has become a lifeline for thousands of struggling households. This initiative channels financial resources to local councils,...

Following the passage of a key deadline, HMRC has begun issuing £10 daily fines to anyone who have yet to complete their self-assessment tax return. HMRC Imposes Daily Fines for...

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 Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) offers a wide range of financial support schemes for older people, of which the state pension is one of the most important. However,...

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...

Thousands of households are expected to receive their portion of a £421 million UK bank boost intended to assist with basic expenses. UK Bank Boost: Government Expands Household Support Fund...

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...

Starting in April, the employment sector will be subject to a new legislation that will impact workers' pay and leave entitlements. Additionally, working parents will receive certain childcare benefits as...

It is commonly believed that the British government, a body elected by the people, mostly by its pensioners, always has their interests at heart. However, this perception is not entirely...

UK pensioners are strongly urged to claim their Winter Fuel Payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) as time is running out. The payment can be worth up...

According to the Bank of England, the level of outstanding mortgage balances with arrears surged by over 50% in 2023's fourth quarter in comparison with a year earlier. Bank of...

Jeremy Hunt's recent Budget 2024 announcement includes a strategic manoeuvre: a 2p reduction in national insurance rates. This decision aims to boost both his declining approval ratings and revitalize the...

As the UK nears a historic milestone, welfare costs soar, with the working-age benefits bill set to exceed £100 billion this year. This unprecedented expenditure, linked to a surge in...

The rising cost of living has made achieving even a basic retirement standard increasingly challenging for state pensioners. With the cost of a “comfortable” retirement now requiring £43,100 annually for…

Big changes are coming to benefits as the DWP rolls out its plan to migrate to Universal Credit. Will you keep your payments or face a financial shock? Find out…

Millions of Brits claiming Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and Pension Credit will receive a surprise bonus from the DWP in early December. The annual payment is automatic, but who qualifies, and…

The DWP has announced changes to benefit payment dates ahead of the Christmas and New Year bank holidays to ensure timely disbursements for millions of claimants. With adjustments impacting benefits…

Struggling with rising bills? A new £250 cost-of-living payment is set to bring relief to thousands of UK households. Here’s how the scheme works and who stands to benefit.

Could you be eligible for a little extra cheer this festive season? The DWP Christmas Bonus is coming soon—but not everyone makes the cut. Check the full list of benefits…

This winter, UK pensioners could receive a boosted Winter Fuel Payment, with some seeing up to £100 extra. Under new eligibility guidelines, pensioners born before specific years and claiming certain…

In the UK, people receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Adult Disability Allowance (ADP) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP) could see their monthly income increase from April 2025.

This Christmas, households in the West Midlands will receive a welcome boost with a direct payment into their bank account. 

The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing significant changes to Universal Credit payment rates from April 2025, as announced by Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, at Labour's budget…

New funding of £421 million means that households in hardship can get up to £500 of much-needed support for energy, food, and necessities.

Disability benefits will increase next April, with PIP, ADP, and DLA going up by 1.7%. More details will be confirmed on October 30.

UK households can benefit this winter from the Child Winter Heating Payment, which now ranges from £251 to £502 per child. Eligible households will automatically receive a £58 payment in…

UK homeowners urged to check eligibility for a ‘check now or miss out’ Warm Home Discount scheme, providing crucial relief from rising energy bills.

Having trouble covering the costs of Christmas? If so, check out the grants and charitable programmes that offer grants to help you have a stress-free Christmas.

UK households will receive free cash or vouchers as part of a £421 million cost of living support scheme, following the Labour government extension of the Household Support Fund.

State pensioners born in these specific years will notice their Winter Fuel Payment increase by £100 if they qualify for the payment.

UK households could receive up to £3,225 in Cost of Living payments by Christmas, with various schemes offering vital support.

DWP warns PIP and ESA claimants to act quickly to avoid losing their benefits. Urgent action is needed for those receiving support.

Personal Independence Payments (PIP) claimants will soon receive an additional payment in their bank accounts before the winter season.

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

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...

Starting next month, millions of UK households will begin receiving letters confirming their eligibility for a £150 discount on energy bills under the Warm Home Discount scheme. This initiative, run...

Within the forthcoming week, a change will be introduced which will have an impact on benefits received by hundreds of thousands of people still on older benefits in the UK....

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...

Towards the start of this summer, the Scottish Government announced that almost 89,000 one-off Carer’s Allowance recipients received £288.60 each. This was a total of 25.6 million pounds in June...

UK households may be able to reduce their council tax to £0 for the year. This warning was issued as an alarming 1.3 million families struggled to pay their Council...

A conservative think tank has proposed a £5,000 Parental Allowance, urging the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HMRC to consider it. Onwards has joined parenting platform Mumsnet to suggest offering a £5,000 tax...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued an important warning to state pensioners who claim Tax Credit. The individuals concerned will be sent a letter in the post...

Many struggling UK households are set to receive cost of living grants of up to £600 to help cover their daily expenses. The payments are part of the Household Support...

After the Winter Fuel Payment was abolished, British Pensioners who receive the state pension have become more concerned about getting the most from the Department for Work and Pensions. This...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently confirmed that Universal Credit recipients may be eligible for an extra monthly payment if there has been a delay in processing...

HMRC is preparing to take action against the misuse of a childcare scheme. The tax authority has noticed that some businesses aren't adhering to the scheme's guidelines.  HMRC to Scrutinize...

Later this year, thousands of disabled children and young people across Scotland will get a one-off payment worth £251.50to help cover higher heating costs during the 2024/25 winter. Winter Payment...

The Motability Scheme allows people receiving disability benefits to trade all or some of their weekly mobility allowance for a new car, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair, which can...

People on Universal Credit can get up to £1,739 per month from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), even during the summer months. Universal Credit Childcare Support Benefits for...

According to the most recent figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), there were 6.9 million people across England, Scotland and Wales, getting financial help through Universal Credit at...