Social Welfare

DWP Reveals New Payment Boosts for Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance

Millions of individuals receiving Universal Credit and Jobseeker's Allowance from the DWP will see an increase in their benefits starting in April.

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December 2024 Payment Dates for PIP, DLA, and State Benefits Announced

The December 2024 payment schedule includes updated PIP and DLA rates, alongside adjusted dates for benefits and pensions due to holiday disruptions. Key support measures are also outlined for eligible…

December 2024 Payment Dates

UK Households Eligible For £636 In New Cost Of Living Payments

In an effort to support struggling families, the UK government is rolling out £636 in new Cost of Living payments for eligible households. This financial aid aims to help ease…

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 Warns Thousands of Brits Risk Losing Benefits Over Christmas

The DWP has issued an urgent warning to thousands of benefit claimants as Christmas approaches. Many people are at risk of benefit suspension if they do not meet a deadline…

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Winter Fuel Payment Replaced by Some London Councils with New Support Schemes

Millions of pensioners will no longer qualify for the Winter Fuel Payment if the government changes the criteria. In response, several London councils, including Tower Hamlets, have introduced their own…

Letter Detailing A Winter Fuel Payment, Informing Pensioners Of A Payment To Help With Heating Costs.

Universal Credit Claimants Set to Receive Extra £420 as Repayment Cap Changes

The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is implementing significant changes to Universal Credit, aimed at providing better financial support to vulnerable households. Starting in April 2024, the repayment…

Universal Credit Payments

DWP Reveals Key Changes to State Pension and Universal Credit Payment Dates

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced key changes to the payment schedule for millions of people receiving state pension, Universal Credit, and other benefits this December. With…

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

DWP Is Giving Immediate £800 Payment for Living Costs – Repayment Time Extended!

Facing rising living costs? The DWP is offering immediate financial help to those in need, with new extended repayment terms. But what are the exact conditions to qualify, and how…

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DWP Calls on 120,000 Pensioners to Claim £4,000 Cash Boost – Are You Eligible?

Over 120,000 state pensioners are being urged by the DWP to take action. A significant financial boost could be waiting for those who apply. Find out how to secure this…

120,000 Pensioners To Claim £4,000 Cash Boost

PIP and DLA Claimants: Two Major Payments Scheduled for December Ahead of 2025 Reform

This December, PIP and DLA claimants will see two notable changes to their payments, including an unanticipated shift in dates. With significant reforms scheduled for 2025, these adjustments represent the…

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DWP Provides Crucial Update on Winter Fuel Payments Being ‘Restored’ for All Pensioners

As winter approaches and energy bills continue to rise, many pensioners are grappling with concerns over government support. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has responded to growing public…

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Older PIP Claimants May Be Owed Back Payments After New Mobility Rule Change

A recent change to the PIP mobility assessment could offer older claimants the chance for back payments. The shift in the law may benefit those who missed out on the…

Pensioners On Personal Independence Payment (pip)

Crucial Update for Millions of WASPI Women Waiting on Pension Age Compensation

WASPI women are uniting in protest, with tens of thousands of signatures on a petition demanding compensation for the sudden changes to the state pension age. Campaigners are adamant that…

Women Against State Pension Inequality (waspi) Campaigners

DWP Announces Emergency £175 To Help Pensioners Fill Winter Fuel Payment Gap

Pensioners will get a £175 payment from the DWP this winter, but the decision has major repercussions. Critics worry that the new regulations would force many into poverty.

Illustration A Winter Fuel Letter Letter Sits On A Desk

Full List of Households Eligible for £150 Warm Home Discount on Energy Bills

This winter, eligible households across the UK can receive a discount on their energy bills through the Warm Home Discount scheme. The discount is automatically applied to qualifying households, but…

Full List Of Households Eligible For £150 Warm Home Discount On Energy Bills

Government Announces £175 Payment for Vulnerable Pensioners This Winter – Do You Qualify?

As winter approaches, the government has unveiled a new financial support initiative for pensioners, aiming to help those facing rising energy costs. However, changes to eligibility for the traditional Winter…

Government Announces £175 Payment for Vulnerable Pensioners This Winter – Do You Qualify?

DWP Announces December Payment for Eligible Benefit Claimants

As the festive season draws near, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering a welcome financial boost to many eligible benefit claimants. This annual payment is designed to…

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

People With These 87 Medical Conditions Could Get an Extra £737 a Month From the DWP

Struggling with a medical condition? You might be missing out on extra financial support from the DWP. Up to £737 a month could be yours—if you suffer from one of…

A Photo Of An Elderly Man With Health Conditions Seated In A Wheelchair.

December 2024: Major Dates for Benefits & Pensions Payment, Plus PIP & DLA Increases

Major changes to benefits and pensions, including increased PIP and DLA payments, are set to come into force in December 2024. But when exactly will these changes take place? Find…

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Pensioners Could Get Up to £170 Extra per Week Through a Simple Benefits Check

Many older households in the UK are unaware of the financial support available to them. A partnership between the Rothesay Foundation and Age UK is helping pensioners access unclaimed benefits,…

Benefits Boost: Pensioners Could Be Missing Out on £170 Extra Per Week!

DWP Issues Massive £3,900 Back Payment to 81,000 Pensioners After Administrative Error

Thousands of pensioners are set to receive £3,900 in back payments due to a DWP administrative error — but are you one of the lucky claimants? Find out if you…

Elderly Couple In Front Of A Payment Notice

All Scottish Pensioners to Receive Winter Fuel Payment – Find Out How Much You’ll Get

Winter Fuel Payment will soon be given to all Scottish pensioners to assist offset the soaring cost of energy. However, the initiative has been delayed by a year due to…

All Scottish Pensioners To Receive Winter Fuel Payment

Record Number of Pensioners Now Eligible for Pension Credit and Winter Fuel Payment

A significant rise in the number of pensioners receiving Pension Credit has been reported, thanks to the UK government's recent efforts to raise awareness of this vital benefit. With thousands…

A Letter From The Department For Work And Pensions About Winter Fuel Payment

DWP Reveals New ESA Payment Rates for 2025/2026 Before Universal Credit Takes Over

Starting April 2025, the DWP will roll out new ESA payment rates, increasing by 1.7%. While many will see higher payments, this is the final boost before a major transition.

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Thousands of Households Missing Out on £6,319 on Average — Check Your Eligibility

Many households are unwittingly overlooking payments, from the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP). An initiative led by Age UK with the Rothesay Foundation has brought attention to the number…

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£200 Cost of Living Payment Date Confirmed – Apply Before Funds Run Out!

Are you struggling with rising costs this winter? You could be eligible for a £200 payment to help cover essential bills. Find out when to apply and how to secure…

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Christmas Bonuses, Winter Fuel Payment, and DWP Benefit: December’s Big 7 Financial Deadlines

As December approaches, important financial changes will affect your budget — from bank fee increases to holiday bonuses and important benefit deadlines. Are you ready for the changes? Here's what…

December’s Big 7 Financial Deadlines

Labour’s Plan to ‘Get Britain Working’: Starmer Unveils Toughest Welfare Reforms Yet

In a bold move to reform the UK welfare system, Keir Starmer has promised sweeping changes to combat benefit fraud and reduce the escalating £137 billion welfare bill. With over…

Keir Starmer (2)

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…

Dwp Protesters For Winter Fuel Payments

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…

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

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…

Documents Related To Universal Credit.

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…

A Group Of Women Gathered Together Holding A Banner That Reads WASPI Women (Women Against State Pension Injustice).

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…

Pensioners-Elderly Couple Reviewing Heating Costs The Role Of Winter Fuel Payments

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