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The Department for Work and Pensions scraps its plan to replace PIP cash payments with vouchers, but warns of new reforms.

UK employers are concerned that higher national insurance could make it harder to hire and raise wages, affecting pubs and restaurants.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced an update on proposed changes to the review period and criteria for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) under the new Labour government.

Sir Keir Starmer said the Budget will focus on making life better for people, fixing the NHS, and "rebuilding Britain," with plans to invest in schools, housing, and transport.

Millions of pensioners must verify their eligibility for the £300 Winter Fuel Payment, as new limits have been implemented.

On October 8th, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) introduced new plans to help fight benefit fraud by working with banks to monitor claimants.

People who qualify for the Winter Fuel Payments will begin receiving the money in their bank accounts starting November.

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.

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

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

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

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

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 is increasing the number of reviews while reducing or stopping cash payments for PIP claimants. More money allows for the timely processing of more...

More than 450,000 people have signed a petition to cancel Labour's changes to Winter Fuel Payments, which were previously available to anyone in the UK born before September 25, 1957...

The Winter Fuel Payment scheme will provide a £200 payment to hundreds of thousands of pensioners later this year. £200 Winter Fuel Payment for Eligible Pensioners This year, the Winter...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is pursuing prosecution and investigating claimants under caution following unintentional violations. Benefit Claimant Faces Penalty and Prosecution Threat Over Allowance Error Clemency Jacques...

Universal Credit claimants and those receiving benefits are being warned to avoid having their payments decreased or halted, as half a million have been penalised. Universal Credit Claimants Warned as...

Benefits claimants are being warned that hundreds of thousands of people have had their benefits stopped due to a large-scale migration process. DWP Update: Key Figures in Legacy Benefits Transition...

Thousands of individuals receiving housing benefits have been advised to apply for Universal Credit before the September deadline to avoid any benefit suspensions. DWP Urges Housing Benefit Recipients to Transition...

The new Minister for Social Security and Disabilities at the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has suggested an update on the efforts to implement significant changes to Personal Independence...

A recent study has shown that the benefit cap is forcing many households to live in overcrowded and poor-quality housing.  Introduced by the Conservative government in 2013, this limit on...

People who submit their taxes directly to HMRC through Self-Assessment are being urged to meet the deadline today, July 31. If they fail to do so, they could face a...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is planning a significant change of Personal Independent Payments (PIP), considering implementing a catalogue or voucher system to replace the standard payment schemes....

Universal Credit and other benefits are about to change a lot in April. You should understand these changes well and the possible impact on your family. Tax Credit Deadline There...

With the labour government, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to change its priorities from welfare to work, according to the department's new minister. UK Labour to...

BBC TV licence holders have been told that they might be entitled to a free licence or a 50% reduction if they meet certain requirements This adjustment can help many...

A new proposal suggests that Jobcentres, which serves those using Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Universal Credit across the UK, should integrate NHS services in order to get...

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...

Liz Kendal MP, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions who was recently appointed, has not yet responded to calls from leading anti-poverty and disability rights groups. They implore...

A set of four new videos recently appeared on the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) website about Personal Independence Payment (PIP) with an aim to inform people about the...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided clarifications on whether investigators can reach out to claimants' neighbours if a claim of benefit fraud is made against them.  In...

New figures reveal that the two-child benefit cap affects about 440,000 families in the UK, as pressure grows on the new Labour government to end the “cruel” policy. Controversial Two-child...

New Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)  Secretary Liz Kendall is set to reaffirm Labour’s dedication to its manifesto Back-to-work plan, emphasizing that addressing economic inactivity is crucial to the...

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can assist people over the age of 16 and under State Pension age with the additional financial expenses for hundreds of health conditions or disabilities, which...

The Department for Work and Benefits (DWP) has issued a vital update that numerous people could be missing out on significant money related back each month. The DWP's Employment and...

According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) 3.5 million people are now claiming Personal Independence Payment. This highlights the growing demand for disability assistance. DWP Warns of Potential...

Almost one million people all over Great Britain, including 83,903 residing in Scotland, are presently getting £81.90 each week in Carer’s Allowance. Key Updates for Carer's Allowance Recipients Traveling Abroad...

Millions of people nationwide are presently claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP). There are currently 3.5 million individuals receiving up to £737.20 every four-week pay cycle. PIP Update: DWP Extends Payments...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that it has discontinued the benefit claims of 184,000 people transitioning to Universal Credit. People Urged to Transition to Universal Credit...

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...

Married couples might be missing out on the marriage tax allowance due to difficulties in applying for it or simply being unaware they are eligible. It is estimated that two...

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...

Parents of disabled children are being urged to act before running the risk of facing a shock in retirement in later life. Parents Caring for Disabeled Children Could Face a...

According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) the number of people who have applied for out-of-work sickness benefits has reached unprecedented highs in the first four months of...

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....

New figures reveal that claims made to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have seen a noticeable rise. The significant demand for the disability benefit arises as new reforms...

According to the Guardian, more than 200,000 people have been wrongfully investigated for housing benefit fraud and error after a government algorithm failed to operate as expected. Two-thirds of claims...