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There is one simple but profoundly impactful step in personal finance that many people ignore. Called by Martin Lewis "the most lucrative thing" for over-40s and under-73s, this financial strategy...

Sir Stephen Timms, chairman of the Work and Pensions Committee, has written to Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride in response to an oral evidence session that took place last...

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...

An online petition with over 59,500 signatures has been started to demand a weekly State Pension payout of around £550 to bring it into compliance with the National Living Wage....

The most recent statistics provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveal that a staggering number of individuals, exceeding 6.7 million, are currently benefiting from financial assistance through...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has vowed to offer people additional time and assistance in order for them to find a job. The pledge comes as new Universal...

To strengthen its campaign against benefit fraud, the UK government announced on Monday 13 May ambitious changes, promising to extend the investigative powers of the Department for Work and Pensions...

Starting today, a significant boost awaits millions of households enrolled in Universal Credit, promising increased financial support each month. Universal Credit Payment Increase: What You Need to Know On 9...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has recently announced two major changes are to be made to Universal Credit, which could have an impact on the financial situation of...

Under substantial government changes, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is implementing a massive overhaul of the welfare system, warning nearly half a million people receiving Personal Independence Payments...

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...

Banks are increasing mortgage rates at the same time as reducing savings offers, regardless of the central bank's interest rate freeze, which has persisted for several months. Many lenders have...

Many UK households will get a £100 Cost of Living allowance this summer. Nottinghamshire County Council stated in April that it would provide one-time free cash handouts of £100 to...

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...

PIP claimants may have to provide a 'proof letter' under new reforms issued by the Department of Work and Pensions. PIP Claimants Required to Provide Evidence for Purchases Under New...

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a new scheme concerning a  ‘joined-up work and health support service’ to assist nearly 59,000 persons suffering from long-term illnesses or...

Between June and December this year, thousands of Carer's Allowance recipients will receive one-off payments totalling £288.60. The Scottish Government automatically pays the Carer's Allowance supplement twice a year to...

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...

According to the latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates, 218,859 people in Scotland are now receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and will have their award converted to Adult...

Experts issued a warning to individuals who are late in filing their UK tax returns to make the necessary corrections as soon as possible to avoid the higher penalties that...

The Scottish Parliament has demanded “full compensation” for the WASPI (Women against State Pension Inequality) generation of state pensioners. Scottish Government Backs Resolution for WASPI Compensation as Pressure Mounts Following...

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has stated that he can “rule out” raising the State Pension age in order to support the UK Government's proposal to abolish National...

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...

Some parents and legal guardians are required to update their personal information on GOV.UK to guarantee Child Benefit payments continue in June. This affects anyone with a 16-year-old child who was previously...

The UK Government has announced the Great British Insulation Scheme at a time when winters are getting colder and energy costs are soaring. This innovative initiative aims to ease the...

Following the government's announcement of a review of the benefits, significant changes to the DWP's Personal Independence Payments could be implemented soon. However, for the time being, the Department for...

Eight money and cost of living adjustments that will affect bank accounts. New changes go into effect this month, affecting Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) claimants, Universal Credit beneficiaries,...

The UK government is considering making major changes to its social care system, potentially impacting on those suffering from health conditions such as Depression and Anxiety. The forthcoming changes have...

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...

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's government recently made an announcement that should bring much-needed relief to thousands of struggling households across the UK. A £421 million support programme, Household Support Fund, is...

Amidst the renewal season for tax credits, HMRC has issued a crucial warning to 730,000 claimants. Those receiving Working Tax Credit and or Child Tax Credit will start receiving renewal...

UK households will soon receive four Cost of Living payments as part of a major Cost of Living boost dedicated to the most impoverished families amid the critical financial period...

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...

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) recently issued an important reminder to eligible households not to overlook the possibility of claiming up to £1,331 a year in child benefit for newborn...

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...

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...

The Bank of England is facing increasing Tory pressure for interest rate reduction ahead of the scheduled May rate-setting meeting, driving economists to caution that politicians should not interfere with...

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...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has come out in support of the elderly, in particular those with heart conditions. Over 1.5 million people over retirement age receive Attendance...

Over 1,000 unpaid carers in Wales' picturesque county of Monmouthshire are receiving much-needed financial help, according to the latest figures. However, a leading charity championing these unsung heroes has claimed...

Thousands of benefit claimants in Ireland will have to prepare for a significant change to their payment schedule due to the upcoming May Bank Holiday. In addition, updates have been...

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...

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...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is coming under increasing pressure to review the compensation due to Waspi women (Women Against State Pension Inequality). This follows a decision by...