HMRC Urges Parents to Secure £1,331 Annual Payment Before Deadline
Over 1.4 million households will soon receive a letter from HMRC, reminding them to renew their Child Benefit claim for teenagers continuing their education or training after the Scottish Nationals…
Seniors on PIP Could See Increased Mobility Payments Following New DWP Changes
The mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) could be reconsidered for some elderly claimants at the lower rate because of recent legal changes. Consequently, there is a possibility that…
DWP May Contact Neighbours During Benefit Fraud Investigations
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…
State Pensioners on Disability Benefits May Receive an Extra £326 Monthly
People who have reached State Pension age and are receiving disability benefits may qualify for an extra £326 each month State Pensioners on Disability Benefits or Carer’s Allowance Eligible for…
DWP PIP Cuts May Affect New Claims and End-of-Award Reviews Amid Cost Surge
The Department for Work and Pensions has suggested potential cuts to new claims and end-of-award renewals for Personal Independence Payments (PIP). DWP PIP Overhaul: New Measures Considered to Control Rising…
Over 1 Million Pensioners to Receive Up to £300 in New Heating Payments This Winter
Winter Fuel Payments will be replaced by a newly introduced devolved lump sum from the Scottish government later on this year. Pension Age Winter Heating Payment (PAWHP) is set to…
New PIP Mobility Assessment Rule Change May Trigger Back Payments for Older People
Many older PIP claimants who receive the low rate of the mobility component may be able to request a review of their claim from the Department for Work and Pensions…
Two-Child Benefit Cap: Over One Million Children at Risk as Calls Grow to End ‘Cruel’ Policy
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…
Pensioners Could Get a Boost of up to £664 on Their Annual State Pension Payments – Here’s How
A recent survey conducted by Just Group, which is a specialist in the later life, on 1,050 retired and semi-retired individuals has revealed that there is a significant lack of…
DWP Set to Confirm Plan to Bring Unemployed and Disabled Individuals Back to the Workforce
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…
PIP Recipients May Backdate Additional Benefits to the Start of Their Award
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…
DWP Benefit Offers New Mums Up to £184 Weekly Income Boost
New mums who have recently stopped working or are self-employed could be entitled to a £184 weekly boost to their monthly income. DWP Maternity Allowance Provides Financial Support for New…
People Retiring This Year Must Claim New State Pension or Risk Facing Payment Delays
According to the latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), State Pension currently provides regular financial help for 12.7 million seniors across the country, including more than…
Thousands of Low-Income Households to Claim £200 Cost of Living Grant in Days – Who Qualifies?
In a few days, THOUSANDS of households living with limited financial resources in the UK can take advantage of the £200 cost of living support payment. Government’s Household Support Fund…
Cost of Living Crisis: State Pensioners Eligible for £11,352 of “Freebies and Discounts”
Amidst the Cost of living crisis, state pensioners can enjoy seven amazing freebies and discounts worth a staggering £11,352. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has informed state pension…
People Over State Pension Age Can Get Two Additional Benefits Set to Increase Annual Income by Up to £9,544
Millions of people over state pension age in Great Britain could be failing to claim extra payments of more than £9,544 each year, simply because most of them do not…
Five Typical PIP Conditions That Could Get You Up to £470 Each Month
The DWP provides PIP to millions of people each year to help them with their living expenses associated with a disability or long-term health condition. Even though many people…
Cost of Living Payment: Thousands of Households Eligible for £290 to Help with Bills
Thousands of households can receive a £290 cost of living payment to help pay their bills. This financial support is provided by the government’s House Support Fund. The scheme works…
State Pension to Rise by £938 Monthly Under Labour’s ‘Triple Lock’ Safeguard
Following the Labour Party‘s victory in the general election on 4 July, millions of older people in the UK can expect the triple lock policy, which guarantees safe payments of…
Universal Credit Verification: Full List of DWP Updated Ways to Prove Your Identity for New Claims
According to the latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), 6.7 million individuals in Great Britain receive financial assistance through Universal Credit on a monthly basis. This…
UK Labour’s Election Victory: What It Means for Pensions, Taxes, and More
Sir Keir Starmer led Labour Party has swept to victory, had a clear majority to form the next government. Starmer speaking on the ability in the just accomplished electoral stated…
DWP Warns 440,000 PIP Claimants of Possible ‘Break in Payment’
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…
Failure to Report Changes Could Cost Tax Credit Claimants Up to £3,000, Warns HMRC
Individuals who have benefited from tax credits are being reminded to report any changes in their situation to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) before 31 July to avoid facing a…
DWP Payment Rules for Carer’s Allowance Recipients Going on Holiday Abroad in the Next Six Months
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…
Workers Urged to Check if they May Qualify for an HMRC Tax Refund – Here’s How to Claim
If you are doing part-time work, it could be a good idea to review your tax situation to ensure you are not overpaying. During the summer, many people, especially students…
Universal Credit and PIP: DWP Confirms Payment Dates to Change Next Month
This upcoming August bank holiday may cause some payment changes for many people. This adjustment could impact disbursements such as Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments (PIP). If your payment is due on Monday 26 August, you are likely to receive it on…
DWP Issues Update for PIP Claimants with Awards Ending This Year
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…
State Pension Age: Full List of Benefits You Can No Longer Claim
Approximately 12.7 million individuals in the United Kingdom are currently receiving State Pension, indicating a significant reliance on this fundamental form of assistance. As reported by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the New State Pension, applicable to claimants post April 6, 2016, amounts to a maximum of £221.20 per week. For recipients of the Basic State Pension, the earlier iteration, the weekly amount is £169.50, contingent upon classification under Category A or B. The amount you receive is contingent upon the accumulation of National Insurance years prior to reaching the age of 66. A minimum of 10 years is required to be eligible for any financial benefits. Therefore, if you are approaching the age of 66, it is imperative to promptly assess your entitlements. Your State Pension age also serves as your Pension Credit qualifying age, yet there is a particular stipulation for men born before December 6, 1953. Should you seek information on when you are eligible to start receiving benefits, the ‘Check your State Pension age’ page on the GOV.UK website provides comprehensive guidance. Upon attaining State Pension age or Pension Credit age, certain benefits become inapplicable. According to Turn2us, specific benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions are no longer attainable. Here is an overview of the benefits that will continue and those that will cease upon reaching State Pension age. List of Benefits Pensioners…
Sunak’s Free Childcare Expansion Stirs Scepticism from Local Councils
In September, more parents will be able to claim free childcare for their young children. The government is launching a new scheme for providing 15 hours of free childcare per…
Summer Cost of Living Payments: Households to Receive Up to £895 in their Bank Accounts in July and August
UK households can claim a share of up to £895 to help with living expenses throughout July and August, providing crucial support during the summer. Although the government’s direct Cost…
UK Pensioners Can Boost Their State Pension by £300 Annually for Looking After Grandchildren
Older people have the opportunity to boost their state pension, which could earn them around £300 a year, by claiming a National Insurance perk from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).…
DWP Halts Universal Credit Payments for 184,000 Claimants Amid ‘Significant Concerns’
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…
Every State Pensioner to Receive £689 Triple Lock Boost – What You Need to Know
Starting April 2025, state pension claimants could see a significant boost, with an increase of up to around £937, as Triple Lock’s recent projections suggest. Final figures will be confirmed…
Pension Credit: Seniors Living Alone Could See Nearly £4,000 Income Boost By End of Summer
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that almost 78% of new Pension Credit claims are now being processed within a target of 50 working days from the date…
450,000 Pensioners Warned They Won’t Receive £234 Weekly State Pension Payment
According to Office for National Statistics (ONS) the UK inflation rate for May fell to its lowest point in almost three years. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) dropped to…
State Pensioners Set to Receive £368 DWP Boost in Their Bank Accounts Soon
Over one million state pensioners can expect to get a series of additional payments amounting to £368.75 later this year. State Pensioners Can Expect Up to £368 to Hit Their…
Thousands of Parents Can Now Claim Up to £200 in Free School Uniform Grants
Thousands of parents can get up to £200 of free cash to help cover their children’s school uniform costs. This initiative is set to help the most vulnerable families before…
DWP Benefit Payment Changes Coming Next Month – Will You Be Affected?
August 26 is a Bank Holiday, so some people will get their Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit payments a bit earlier than usual. With the ongoing cost of…
DWP Issues New Update for People Over State Pension Age Making Claims for Attendance Allowance
According to the latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the total number of people receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance almost hit 1.6 million by…
UK Households Can Receive Up to £997 in July amid Money Changes
UK households are set to get up to £997 in new benefits, boosts, and bill reductions due to financial changes taking effect this July. This month is both financially and…
Universal Credit Transition: Major Changes for ESA and Child Tax Credit Claimants Starting Tomorrow
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)…
State Pension Age: Millions of Pensioners at Risk of Missing Out On £221.20 Weekly Payment
Reaching State pension age does not automatically initiate payments; pensioners must actively apply for their pension. Indeed, some people prefer to defer payment of their pension while continuing to work.…
£100 Cost of Living Payment Available for Thousands of Households – Check for Eligibility!
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…
DWP Warns ‘AGAINST’ Gambling: Universal Credit and Other Benefits Claimants at Risk
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…
Attendance Allowance Claims Skyrocket by 46,000 in Only Three Months
According to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) almost 1.6 million older people were receiving extra financial support through Attendance Allowance at the end of November 2023. This marks…
Election and Benefits Due in July: Essential Updates for Pension Claimants
As the UK’s General Election approaches on July 4, benefits recipients are understandably concerned about how a change in government could affect their payments in the coming months. Political parties…
DWP Warns Thousands of Potential Universal Credit Payment Halts in New Crackdown
In its latest crackdown on fraud and error, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has affirmed it is issuing urgent messages to Universal Credit claimants. Authorities are conducting ‘targeted…
DWP Issues Urgent £138K Warning to Parents of Disabled Children
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…
Child Benefit Payment Delay: HMRC’s £50 Compensation to 577,000 UK Parents
Recently, a major problem came to light. More than 577,000 parents in the UK experienced financial problems. Because of an error, they failed to receive their usual child benefit from…
DWP PIP Crisis: Three Factors Fuel Record Sick Numbers in ‘Vicious Cycle’
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…