249 results for "cost of living payment"

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said it has been reviewing thousands of pensioners' bank statements following a significant increase in fraud. Pension Credit Overpayments Surge to £520 Million,...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced details of the beneficiaries of a new extension to the Household Support Fund, which aims to provide financial assistance to vulnerable...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided a full overview of the eligibility criteria for the recently extended Household Support Fund. The extension, which runs until the end...

State pensioners may be entitled for up to £3,200 in additional support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), but millions are potentially missing out. DWP Reveals Range of...

According to the most recent Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) figures, 6.4 million people were claiming Universal Credit as of the end of January 2024. This figure comprises 2.4...

The Conservatives are aiming to secure the support of older voters ahead of the next election by introducing a new ‘triple lock plus’ policy to boost pensioner incomes. The new...

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...

People with a long-term sickness, disability, or physical or mental health condition who file a new claim for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) this month and are approved may earn up...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reported recently that some 78% of all new claims for Pension Credit are being processed within the target time of 50 working days....

British state pensioners could see a significant increase of £600 a month in their payments under a new policy proposal. A financial expert has suggested that the incoming government could...

Next week, a grant of €1,850 will be distributed to those eligible. Find out more about eligibility criteria and the payment procedure to determine whether you are entitled to this...

The DWP announces crucial support for people of State Pension age facing disabilities: eligible individuals may now receive an extra £326 monthly. State Pension Age Individuals Eligible for Additional Benefits...

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...

Several major banks are currently offering customers free payments of up to £885 as part of a drive to attract new customers in the face of increased competition. Nationwide, Lloyds,...

People over State Pension age who live in five Scottish local councils will be the first in the country to be eligible for a new disability payment beginning in October. Introduction...

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 Cornwall council has received an additional £4.5 million as part of the government's free initiative to support struggling UK households. Each council receives a varied amount of funds based...

UK energy company British Gas has announced an "innovative" new scheme under which it will match payments made by customers to clear energy bill arrears. This scheme aims to help...

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...

Households could benefit financially under the current cost of living crisis from a boost from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to ease the burden of energy bills. Coventry...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering individuals of State Pension age an increase in income if they suffer from hearing impairment. Approximately 12 million adults in the...

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...

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:...

Nearly 300,000 households are missing out on £1.2 billion in rental support. According to a new Policy in Practice study, hundreds of thousands of senior citizens are entitled for about...

Scotland is about to implement a new Disability Benefit Scheme, the Pension Age Disability Payment, for people of State Pension age with a disability or long-term condition. This new payment...

Recent statistics suggest that many pensioners may have been overtaxed on their pension withdrawals. Claimants are being encouraged to check whether they are entitled to a tax refund from HM...

More than half of the main energy firms' customers may be eligible to claim refunds on their bills, as it is revealed that millions of individuals are sitting on rising...

Ministers have been advised that private sector workers and businesses must contribute more to their pensions to avoid a retirement crisis. Urgent Reforms Needed to Bolster Pension Contributions According to...

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...

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...

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...

When payday is due, millions of Universal Credit recipients will be pleasantly surprised to see an extra £470 in their pockets. This windfall follows closely on the heels of April's...

Scottish Power will pay £1.5 million in reimbursements and penalties after overcharging nearly 1,700 families during the energy crisis and in earlier years, resulting in an average of £294 per...

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...

UK government body the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering a helping hand to eligible Universal Credit recipients with its Help to Save scheme. The scheme allows people...

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...

Understanding the changes to Child Benefit and the High Income Threshold is critical for financial planning for a family living in the United Kingdom. HMRC announced on its website that...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced uplifting news for benefit claimants amid escalating financial burdens. From 1st April, those receiving both Universal Credit and the State Pension...

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...

The soaring cost of living has put a lot of people in Britain on the verge of destitution. Fortunately, help is at hand as charities such as Turn2us step up...

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 recent borrowing figures of the UK government have been a surprise to many. The nation's finances seem to be under more strain than anticipated, with a reported borrowing of...

UK inflation dropped to 3.4% in February, the lowest rate for two and a half years, as the annual pace of price hikes started to slow after surging in January....

According to a campaign group, more than 6.7 million people in the UK are in financial difficulty as the cost of living pushes more families into debt. Rising Insolvency Rates...

Rishi Sunak cautioned against campaigning on an unfunded proposal to eliminate employee national insurance, as it could create a £40 billion deficit in public finances, according to projections.  Sunak Faces...

Last week, the UK Home Office made headlines by announcing an 18-month extension to expiring Ukrainian visas, a decision which comes roughly a year after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. UK...