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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...

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...

Over three million disabled people across the UK face the risk of losing their crucial monthly payments under the new governmental reforms targeting the benefit system. PIP Reform Sparks Backlash:...

The UK government is set to make potential changes to the current Disability Benefit PIP Scheme ahead of the local elections. The proposed changes, aimed at tackling the country's unemployment...

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...

British universities find themselves in a paradoxical situation of axing hundreds of teaching positions and simultaneously hiring 'Woke'' Assistants with high salaries, some as high as £100,000. UK Universities in...

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...

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...

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...

The forthcoming bank holiday could cause serious disruption at one of the world's busiest airports, Heathrow. The Unite union has announced plans for major strikes, which could result in grounded,...

KPMG UK has cancelled employment offers for certain foreign graduates in the UK after the government strengthened visa requirements for abroad workers in an effort to reduce record immigration. KPMG...

Heathrow Airport, one of the world's busiest air hubs, is set for major disruption as almost 800 workers plan to strike between 7 and 13 May. The strike is in...

Brits are being urged to check their payslips as HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) collect an estimated £5.8 billion in overpaid tax. This enormous error is mainly due to incorrect...

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...

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 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....

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

According to data released on Tuesday, the UK job market lost a little more of its inflationary heat, which gave the Bank of England some respite. However, persistent underlying issues...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

New Zealand, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and diverse culture, has taken a tougher stance on immigration recently. Led by Immigration Minister Erica Stanford, the government has decided to readjust...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is extending its help even further this year. With its new £812 loan scheme, the DWP is taking a generous step towards ensuring...

The British train network faces serious disruption as a result of industrial action by the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (ASLEF). The union has been at loggerheads with...

Millions of carers in the UK are not receiving the support they need through programs such as carer's credit or carer's allowance. Looking after another person for at minimum of...

Britain's Universal Credit system is due to undergo major changes in 2024. The scheduled increase, which is set to impact millions of recipients, should take effect from April. Crucially, however,...

Despite the UK government's recent implementation of the largest cash boost to the minimum wage in over a decade, a sobering reality persists as millions of UK workers across the...

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...

Nearly 8 million jobs in the UK could be lost due to the omnipresence of artificial intelligence in almost every work field. New research has warned that the people most...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is poised to implement a significant increase in state pension rates. UK pensioners are set to receive a substantial increase in state pension...

If you are living in the UK and suffer from a mental health condition that affects your daily life, you may be eligible for financial help from the government. Often...

The Department for Work and Pensions has boosted its household support fund to provide an additional £500 million in the wake of the Budget. Department for Work and Pensions Extends...

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...

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has indicated that further interest rate cuts are probable this year, given the encouraging signs that inflation is approaching the Bank's target. Interest Rate...

Policymakers at the Bank of England kept interest rates on hold at 5.25% for the fifth consecutive time, despite a fall in inflation. The Bank of England Keeps Interest Rates...

London's population reaches new record heights amid surging migration rates and a reversal of the pandemic's 'race for space'. London Population on the Rise amid Surging Migration Levels According to...

The UK has long been an attractive destination for most international students seeking a visa to study abroad. With its prestigious universities and global reputation, Britain's higher education system has...

In Thursday's London session, the pound sterling (GBP) shows resilience versus the US dollar as traders anticipate that the Bank of England (BoE) would follow the Federal Reserve (Fed) in...