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…
Key Financial Changes Due in July: Universal Credit, Ofgem Price Cap, Lloyds Bank Fees and More
July will be a month of major changes in your pocket, with Ofgem lowering its price cap as well as new rules by some of the biggest high street banks.…
UK Parents on Universal Credit Can Get Over £3,000 Hidden Extra Support
Parents often try to juggle the demands of everyday life while keeping their young ones happy and vigorous. For some, help such as Universal Credit, Income Support and Child Tax…
Cost of Living Payment: Thousands of Brits to Get £500 Directly Into their Bank Accounts Now
Are you feeling the pinch from rising cost of living? If so, consider that you are not alone. The government made the Household Support Fund to help with money for…
Cost of Living Payment: DWP benefits, Universal Credit, and Pensions Due in July 2024
The UK’s general election is right around the corner, with all the major parties unveiling their plans to manage the persistent cost of living crisis. Cost of Living Payments and…
DWP PIP Claims Surge Amid Reforms to Eliminate Cash Payments
New figures reveal that claims made to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have seen a noticeable rise. The significant demand for the disability benefit arises as new reforms…
DWP Algorithm Mistakenly Identifies 200,000 Individuals as Potential Fraud Cases
According to the Guardian, more than 200,000 people have been wrongfully investigated for housing benefit fraud and error after a government algorithm failed to operate as expected. Two-thirds of claims…
Are You Eligible for £101 a Week? Check Attendance Allowance for These Eye Conditions
Britons who have reached state pension age and are experiencing vision problems are being urged to determine if they qualify for up to £101.75 a week through Attendance Allowance. This…
People Over State Pension Age to Receive Two New Payments Before Year’s End
More than one million Scottish residents over the State Pension age will be able to receive two new devolved benefits beginning before the end of the year. Scottish Government Introduces…
Living Abroad with PIP: Get Up to £434 Monthly Payment for Any of these 17 Health Conditions
According to recent figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), there are now more than 3.5 million people in Great Britain receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP). This includes…
State Pension Mistake: Britons in Their 60s and 70s to Get Thousands From HMRC
A notable mistake made by HMRC has led to the notification of individuals, women regarding owed funds resulting from inaccuracies, in state pension calculations. Who Is Impacted by the State…
HMRC to Issue £500 Payment to Parents for Summer Holidays
HMRC will provide a £500 boost to help struggling parents meet the costs of summer childcare throughout the school holidays. Understanding HMRC’s Tax-Free Childcare: Benefits, Eligibility, and Application Details Tax-Free…
DWP’s ‘Cruel’ Universal Credit Rule Will Impact Thousands of Families
A ‘cruel’ Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits cap will result in hundreds of thousands additional households losing £4,300 per year. The Growing Impact of DWP’s Universal Credit Rule…
New Adult Disability Payment Applicants Could Face Interviews Before Decisions
According to the most recent Social Security Scotland statistics, around 192,575 persons were receiving Adult Disability Payment (ADP) as of the end of January. The amount reported includes 83,199 new…
Cost of Living Alert: Thousands Could Get Free £500 to Cover Energy Bills – Are You Eligible?
British households are being reminded of an important cost of living payment, which could see thousands of people receive a free £500 payment directly into their accounts, but who is…
Cost of Living Payments: UK Households to Receive £250 Directly into Bank Accounts
Thousands of low-income households can receive a £250 free cash gift to help with the cost of living. The government’s Household Support Fund provides monetary assistance that can be used…
DWP Spending Review May Require PIP Recipients to Repay Money
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) provides State Pension and welfare benefits to about 22.7 million people across the United Kingdom. New numbers revealed in the 2024 Fraud and…
UK State Pensioners Can Get Up to £3,200 in DWP Aid – Here’s the Full Benefits List
State pensioners could potentially receive up to £3,200 in extra help from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), but many are not claiming what they are entitled to. Essential…
DWP’s Historic State Pension Errors Result in Massive Back Payments of Up to £12,486 – Full List of Affected Group
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published a full progress report on the Legal Entitlements and Administrative Practice (LEAP) initiative into State Pension underpayments. This aims to rectify…
Universal Credit Transition: IFS Report Reveals £4,000 Loss for Some Claimants
A detailed report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has highlighted the groups most affected by the transition from traditional benefits to Universal Credit (UC). The Department for Work…
DWP Urged to Increase Carer’s Allowance to £400 Weekly in Major Benefits Boost
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been urged to increase the support it provides to carers following criticism that current payments are insufficient to cover costs. DWP’s Carer’s…
UK Families Eligible for One of These Eight Benefits Could Get up to £300 of Cost of Living Payments
Households facing financial hardship and in receipt of one of the eight specified benefits can receive up to £300 of cost of living assistance. This is part of the Government’s…
PIP Recipients Could See Monthly Payments Boosted by Up to £622
The latest numbers from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show there are currently 3.5 million adults across Great Britain receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP), including approximately 218,859 residing…
