295 results for "Income Support"

Beginning tomorrow, July 1,more than 90, 000 people currently claiming Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and Child Tax Credits will be migrated to Universal Credit. Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)...

The government’s Household Support Fund is giving out £100 cost of living payment for thousands of households to help pay for necessary expenses. Thousands of Households Can Access £100 Cost...

Gambling winnings can drastically affect your financial benefits. According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), winnings are considered part of your capital, which could result in a reduction...

As the UK's General Election approaches on July 4, benefits recipients are understandably concerned about how a change in government could affect their payments in the coming months. Political parties...

July will be a month of major changes in your pocket, with Ofgem lowering its price cap as well as new rules by some of the biggest high street banks....

The UK's general election is right around the corner, with all the major parties unveiling their plans to manage the persistent cost of living crisis. Cost of Living Payments and...

State pensioners could potentially receive up to £3,200 in extra help from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), but many are not claiming what they are entitled to. Essential...

A detailed report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has highlighted the groups most affected by the transition from traditional benefits to Universal Credit (UC). The Department for Work...

Households facing financial hardship and in receipt of one of the eight specified benefits can receive up to £300 of cost of living assistance. This is part of the Government's...

Thousands of people claiming employment and support assistance (ESA) may be required to make a significant shift this month. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is testing asking these...

According to the most recent Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates, the State Pension provides vital financial support to approximately 12.7 million people in the United Kingdom, including more...

Social Security Scotland is calling on households, carers and guardians of children born between 1 March 2018 and 28 February 2019, who are in receipt of Universal Credit, Tax Credits...

More than one million individuals over State Pension are set to get a series of one-off payments worth nearly £370 before the end of this year by the Scottish Government...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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, with...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced changes to May's benefit payment date due to the upcoming bank holiday. Millions of beneficiaries throughout the UK will receive their scheduled...

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...

NHS prescription prices in the UK rose by 2.59% on May 1, marking a dark day for individuals in need of medication. Many are blasting the rise in prices to...

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...

Housing costs, both rental and ownership, have soared in recent years. This surge in housing costs raises the question of what kind of help the government can provide. So, If...

MPs have issued a warning that thousands of vulnerable people could lose their welfare payments as a result of a major Universal Credit benefit switch. Universal Credit Benefit Switch Raises...

A large number of households are being notified about big changes to their benefits. People who receive income-related Employment Support Allowance (ESA) will be transferred to Universal Credit by April...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

As of today, households are set to receive the third instalment of the £299 cost of living payments, marking the completion of the three-part support package initiated in autumn 2021....

Britain's energy suppliers are announcing a £500 million fund to help households with soaring winter bills. Is it a lifeline, or a short-term solution?

Time is running out for pensioners to submit their backdated pension credit claims and secure this year's winter heating payment.

UK inflation rose to 2.3% in October, surpassing the Bank of England’s target of 2% and raising concerns over potential delays to interest rate cuts. The increase, driven by a…

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…

The UK Budget's tax hikes, particularly the rise in employer national insurance contributions, are set to hit consumer confidence and wage growth in 2025, warn analysts. Reports from Goldman Sachs…

The government is preparing to deliver an update on compensation for WASPI women, who were affected by changes to the state pension age. Following a damning report by the Parliamentary…

Energy prices in Britain are set to rise again this winter, adding to the challenges faced by households during the colder months. The anticipated increase follows recent price hikes, leaving…

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.

The NHS has introduced a significant update to its prescription policies, halting routine treatments for 36 common conditions. While aimed at curbing unnecessary spending and reallocating resources, the changes have…

Millions of pensioners are set to lose out on Winter Fuel Payments, but a surprising £3,900 boost could be within reach for those who act now. With new eligibility rules…

State pensioners in the UK may finally see their Winter Fuel Payment rise to meet soaring energy costs. Advocates argue that without increased support, millions could face a harsh winter…

The UK government is set to launch 'pension megafunds' to drive economic growth and support local infrastructure investment. This reform will consolidate pension assets into larger funds, expected to generate…

From April 2025, people in the UK with certain health conditions may be able to get Attendance Allowance to help with the cost of care. This benefit is for those…

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging state pensioners to think about financial support as the cost of living crisis weighs on households across the UK.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urgently reminding state pensioners to claim Pension Credit to potentially increase their state pension.