Social Welfare

DWP Payments and Support: Key Dates and Financial Aid for December 2024

With the holiday season approaching, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced payment schedules for December 2024, including key dates for Universal Credit, pensions, and other benefits. Amid…

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DWP Confirms Exact Date £300 Payments Will Hit Bank Accounts

The DWP has confirmed when millions of eligible UK residents can expect their £300 cost of living payments to arrive in their bank accounts. With a firm date now set,…

Dwp Confirms Exact Date £300 Payments Will Hit Bank Accounts

Universal Credit Deadline: 318,000 Households at Risk of Benefit Cuts, DWP Warns

Many households are at risk of losing support as the government ramps up efforts to move claimants onto Universal Credit, leading to concerns about how this could affect communities in…

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Extra €288 Payment for People on Carer’s Allowance Due Next Month — Are You Eligible?

Unpaid carers in Scotland are set to receive a financial boost next month in the form of a one-off payment of £288.60. Due on December 6, the supplement is designed…

Extra €288 Payment For People On Carer's Allowance

One-off Payments for Families and Pensioners Due Before the New Year — Full List and Key Dates

Families, pensioners and disabled people can claim a vital one-off payment to ease the financial pressures as winter approaches. Whether it's help with heating bills or a grant for carers,…

One Off Payments For Families And Pensioners Due Before The New Year

Thousands of Households Get Up to £200 Winter Fuel Voucher — See if You Qualify!

Facing rising winter fuel costs? Thousands of households across the UK could be eligible for vouchers worth up to £200 to ease the burden. Distributed through local councils, this support…

Households Get Up To £200 Winter Fuel Voucher

Full List of Universal Credit Payment Rates for 2025/2026 Announced by DWP

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the updated payment rates for Universal Credit, which will come into effect in April 2025. From standard allowances to childcare and…

Universal Credit Payments

New DWP Quiet Cuts Mean 760,000 Households Will Lose £300 Winter Fuel Payment

More than 760,000 elderly households are set to lose their Winter Fuel Payment, yet they are eligible, following a controversial policy change by the government. Critics warn the move could…

Files Of Winter Fuel Payments And Some Coins

DWP Provides £150 Cost of Living Payments to Support Low-Income UK Households

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is rolling out £150 cost of living payments to low-income households as part of the Household Support Fund. This government initiative, managed by…

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Energy Suppliers Are Stepping In to ‘Lend Money’ to Help Households Get Through Winter

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?

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DWP and Labour Urged to Prevent 100,000 Older Brits Losing Vital Winter Aid

Thousands of pensioners stand to lose their winter fuel payments, raising fears of growing fuel poverty. Advocacy groups and MPs are pressing the government to reverse these cuts, warning of…

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New DWP Benefit Rates to Bring Much-Needed Increases for UK Claimants

The DWP’s newly announced benefit rates for 2025 will bring increases across key payments, including the State Pension, Universal Credit, and Carer’s Allowance, offering relief to millions. While these adjustments…

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SKY and BT Customers Urged to Act Now on ‘Cheapest Ever’ Broadband Deals

Sky and BT customers could be overpaying for broadband as new 'cheapest deals ever' emerge. Are loyalty traps keeping you from paying higher bills? Find out how households are cutting…

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Why This Winter Could Be the Hardest Yet for Millions of Pensioners—Are You Prepared?

Labour's controversy is set to reach millions of pensioners this winter, sparking heated debate and growing concern among human rights groups. Government figures reveal a worrying trend, leading many to…

Pensioners Winter Fuel Payments Notice

DWP Reveals Who Wins Big in the Universal Credit Switch—and Who Doesn’t

Big changes are coming to benefits as the DWP rolls out its plan to migrate to Universal Credit. Will you keep your payments or face a financial shock? Find out…

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DWP Confirms Bonus Payment for Brits on PIP and Pension Credit in Coming Weeks

Millions of Brits claiming Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and Pension Credit will receive a surprise bonus from the DWP in early December. The annual payment is automatic, but who qualifies, and…

Bonus Payment For Brits On Pip And Pension Credit

Government to Provide Update on State Pension Age Compensation for WASPI Women

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…

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DWP Announces Early Payment Dates for Upcoming Bank Holidays

The DWP has announced changes to benefit payment dates ahead of the Christmas and New Year bank holidays to ensure timely disbursements for millions of claimants. With adjustments impacting benefits…

Hands Holding A Collection Of British Banknotes Including, £50, £20 And £10 Notes in Reference to DWP Update Confirms Pensioners Now Receiving £4,200 on Average with Pension Credit Top-Up

DWP Issues Urgent Warning to Millions of Benefit Claimants

The DWP has issued a stark warning about a growing wave of text scams targeting benefit claimants across the UK. Fraudsters are impersonating the department, sending messages that claim benefits…

Sign for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) at the entrance of Caxton House: DWP Announces Major Benefits Increase for Millions of Claimants

UK Households to Get £250 Cost of Living Cash in New Lifeline Scheme!

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.

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Winter Fuel Payments: Start Dates for Those Still Eligible After Recent Cuts

Many Brits are wondering when winter heating payments will be made this year, after eligibility requirements were tightened. The Department for Work and Pensions ensures a familiar procedure, but the…

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Over 450,000 Claimants Secure PIP Awards After Initial Rejections

Over 455,000 claimants have won PIP appeals after initial rejections, with many receiving enhanced awards upon review. However, delays in the appeal process and inaccuracies in initial decisions continue to…

DWP PIP Claim Form

This Tool Helps Disabled People Claim Up to £737 a Month — Here’s How It Works

For disabled people in the UK, navigating the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) process has long been a challenge. Now, a game-changing tool from Turn2us promises to simplify applications with tailored…

Disabled Man Using An Internet Tool

Santander, Barclays, Lloyds Customers Urged to ‘Switch’ for Better Rates

Are your savings earning their worth? A new survey reveals shocking gaps in interest rates among the UK's biggest banks, with some falling far behind competitors. Find out which banks…

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DWP Reveals Exact Waiting Times for PIP Reviews Amid Rising Backlogs

The DWP has revealed significant delays in processing PIP reviews, with some claimants waiting over a year for decisions. Payments are guaranteed during the review period, but concerns remain about…

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DWP’s Full List of Christmas Bonus Claimants is Out for December!

Could you be eligible for a little extra cheer this festive season? The DWP Christmas Bonus is coming soon—but not everyone makes the cut. Check the full list of benefits…

Dwp's Christmas Bonus Gift

Over 800,000 Pensioners Missing Out on £3,900 Amid Fuel Payment Cuts – Here’s How to Claim

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…

Files Of Winter Fuel Payments And Some Coins

DWP Provides New Update on Controversial Plans to Replace PIP Cash Payments with Vouchers

The UK government’s latest update on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reforms could mark a significant shift in disability benefits. While aimed at modernisation, the suggestion to replace cash payments with…

DWP PIP Claim Form

DWP to Phase Out Six Legacy Benefits and Will ‘Formally Close’ Payments

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the end of six major social benefits, which will mean a major shift for thousands of recipients.

Senior Women Looking For A List Of 6 Benefits To Be Phased Out

Winter Fuel Payment Boost: Pensioners Born in These Years Could See Up to £100 Extra This Winter

This winter, UK pensioners could receive a boosted Winter Fuel Payment, with some seeing up to £100 extra. Under new eligibility guidelines, pensioners born before specific years and claiming certain…

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New State Pension Payments Set to Reach £921 Monthly Starting Next Year

State Pensions are set to rise by 4.1% in April 2025, thanks to the Triple Lock. Full New State Pension recipients will see weekly payments increase, with annual boosts of…

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80,000 Older DLA Claimants Moving to New Benefit System Early Next Year

Nearly 80,000 older DLA recipients in Scotland are set to transition to a new benefit system next year, promising smoother support and continuity under Social Security Scotland’s care.

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DWP Announces New Attendance Allowance Payments in 2025 – Full List of 56 Eligible Conditions Revealed

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…

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People on DWP Disability Benefits to Receive Up to £9,747 in Annual Support

The DWP has announced a 1.7% increase in four key benefits for eligible recipients of PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance, and Carer's Allowance.

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DWP Considers Changes to the £300 Winter Fuel Payment Application Process

The DWP's Winter Fuel Payment eligibility criteria and qualifications have been changed under the new Labour government.

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DWP Announces Back Payments for State Pensioners: Thousands Owed Up to £11,900

UK pensioners owed millions get long-overdue DWP payments, with back pay up to £11,900 to correct missed pension increases.

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State Pensioners are Warned About the Payment of £300 Winter Fuel For Those on Pension Credit

State pensioners are expected to receive a special winter fuel payment shortly, so they are advised to check their accounts.

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State Pensioners to Receive Automatic DWP Christmas Bonus Payment this December

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will automatically pay millions of state pensioners and recipients of specific benefits this December. This payment is called the Christmas Bonus.

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UK Households Without Benefits to Get Up to £200 Winter Payments

As winter draws nears, in the UK increasing expenses are putting pressure on families those who do not receive benefits from the Department, for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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DWP Announces a Major Boost for Claimants of These 4 Disability Benefits

The Work and Pensions Secretary has reported that disability benefits, which include PIP, Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Attendance Allowance and Carer's Allowance, have increased by 1.7%.

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State Pensioners to Get £200 ‘For Free’ from Lloyds, Santander, and Other Banks

Eligibility for the Winter Fuel Payments has changed, affecting millions of state pensioners, meanwhile Banks are offering free money to customers who switch accounts before the winter fuel eligibility shift.

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DWP Urged to Assist Disabled People with £300 in Accessing Winter Fuel Payment

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is under increasing pressure to help disability benefit claimants access Winter Fuel Allowance (WFA) as a result of recent government cuts.

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HMRC Shares Important Child Benefit Update for Those Aged 34 and Younger

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued an important update regarding certain type of people who are in receipt of financial assistance such as child benefit.

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DWP May Owe Women in These 5 Categories Thousands of Pounds in Missed Payments

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has carried out a full review of state pensions, and some women's groups could face claims for thousands of pounds.

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DWP Urges Pensioners to Apply Now for a £4,000 Boost to Their State Pension

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

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New Rates for PIP, ADP, and DLA Offer Up to £749 a Month from April 2025

In the UK, people receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Adult Disability Allowance (ADP) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP) could see their monthly income increase from April 2025.

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UK Households Could Benefit Five Refunds Worth £6,243 Before Christmas

UK households can potentially get hundreds, if not thousands, of pounds in repayments in the approach of Christmas, giving them the chance to recoup a sizeable sum of money.

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Last Chance for UK Households to Benefit From a £150 Discount on Their Energy Bill

UK households have a unique opportunity to reduce some of their energy costs thanks to the Warm Home Discount Scheme. 

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UK Households to Get £75 Direct Bank Payment as Early Christmas Present

This Christmas, households in the West Midlands will receive a welcome boost with a direct payment into their bank account. 

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British Gas Urges Pensioners to Claim Pension Credit and Winter Fuel Payments

British Gas is sending out important letters to pensioners to ensure everyone understands their right to pension credit as winter approaches.

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