Djamila Lazri

Djamila Lazri


DWP Reveals Surprising Universal Credit Updates for April 2026

Starting in April 2026, DWP will implement major changes to Universal Credit, affecting millions of households across the UK.

DWP

Most Common PIP Claims Offering Financial Support of £749 Each Month

PIP provides crucial financial support to those facing challenges with daily tasks and mobility. Millions of people are benefiting from these payments, with varying amounts based on individual needs.

PIP

Scottish Households May Save £850 Through Council Tax Reduction

Discover how thousands of households in Scotland are benefiting from the Council Tax Reduction scheme, offering significant savings. Learn about eligibility and how it can help with financial relief.

Flag of Scotland on a wooden desk

How to Keep Your Attendance Allowance Payments Secure: Key Rules You Need to Know

Attendance Allowance provides crucial financial support for pensioners, but it’s essential to follow the DWP's rules to avoid losing your payments. Reporting any changes in your health or living situation…

DWP front

HMRC’s Bold Plan for a Savings Tax Crackdown

HMRC will mandate savings providers to collect National Insurance numbers from April 2027 to improve tax efficiency and reduce errors.

HMRC Sign in London

Supermarket Price Increases and What It Means for UK Shoppers

Prices for essential items are shifting across UK supermarkets, sparking varied reactions from both consumers and retailers.

Woman in the Supermarket

What HMRC’s New Savings Tax Reform Means for Your Wages

HMRC is set to introduce new savings tax rules in 2027, requiring National Insurance numbers to streamline tax collection and reduce fraud

HMRC Tax Bill

UK Plans Major Changes to Driving Laws for Safer Roads

Proposed changes to UK driving law aim to enhance road safety by targeting key issues like elderly drivers and drink-driving. Experts agree these reforms are long overdue to reduce fatalities…

Hands on the Steering Wheel

Child Benefit payment set to stop for thousands unless parents act by August 31

Thousands of families could unknowingly lose a key financial support unless they take one simple step before the end of the month.

Parent and Child Spending Time as Family

Millions More on Low Income Now Eligible for £1,200 UK Government Bonus

Millions on low income may now qualify for a government-backed savings bonus—yet many still don’t know they’re eligible. Here's what has changed.

GBP Pound Notes

Barclays Offers £175 Switching Bonus for New Current Account Customers

Barclays is running a time-limited promotion offering a financial reward to eligible new customers switching their current account.

Barclays Bank

DWP Plans New System to Detect Benefit Fraud From 2026

The DWP will work with banks and other third parties to identify potential breaches in benefit eligibility without accessing personal spending data.

Counting British pounds from ATM machine

DWP Issues Urgent Warning Over £300 Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targeting Pensioners

The DWP has issued a warning to pensioners across the UK about fraudulent Winter Fuel Payment text messages, which mimic official GOV.UK communications in an attempt to steal personal and…

DWP form

Thunderstorm Warning Extended for Parts of Scotland as Met Office Tracks Volatile Conditions

Heavy rain, flooding risks, and travel disruption remain possible across parts of Scotland, as the Met Office continues to monitor evolving storm conditions through August 14.

August Benefit Payments Moved Forward Due to Bank Holiday

A scheduled bank holiday later this month will lead to adjustments in how certain benefit payments are delivered across the UK.

Bank

DWP Compensates Thousands Over Universal Credit Transition Failures

The DWP is continuing its review of cases linked to the Universal Credit transition, with further updates expected in the coming months.

the entrance to Caxton House, the headquarters of the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) in London

Scotland Confirms Winter Heating and Support Payments for 2025/26

Eligible Scots will receive automatic Winter Heating, Child Winter Heating, and Pension Age Winter Heating payments from November 2025 to help with seasonal energy costs.

Wooden House on Heating Radiator

Storm Erin Unlikely to Reach UK as Hurricane Threat Grows in Atlantic

Storm Erin remains under close observation as it moves through the central Atlantic. Forecasts suggest a gradual strengthening, though its future path beyond the weekend is still uncertain.

Storm

Universal Credit Claimants Could Get £1,149 a Month

Some Universal Credit claimants with long-term health conditions may qualify for extra payments through PIP or ADP, depending on their needs.

Universal Credit Claimants Could Save Over £10,000 a Year With Government-Backed Support

DWP Issues Quiet Update on Winter Fuel Payment Rules for Over-66s

The DWP has issued a new update regarding Winter Fuel Payments, introducing changes that may affect how some pensioners receive support.

the entrance to Caxton House, the headquarters of the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) in London

Met Office Forecasts Sharp End to Heatwave as Storms Loom

The Met Office is closely monitoring evolving weather conditions as the UK’s latest heatwave faces a potentially sharp transition.

Storm

Councils Across the UK Offer up to £200 to Help With School Uniform Costs

Many UK councils are offering financial support through school uniform grant schemes as families prepare for the new academic year.

Schoolgirls Wearing School Uniform in School

HMRC Expands Help to Save Scheme to More Universal Credit Claimants

HMRC’s Help to Save scheme has been expanded, giving more Universal Credit claimants the chance to build their savings with a government-backed bonus over time.

HMRC Sign in London

Barclays, Halifax, Lloyds, Nationwide Cut Mortgage Rates After Latest Bank of England Decision

Major UK banks, including Barclays, Halifax, Lloyds, and Nationwide, will cut mortgage rates from September 1 after the Bank of England reduced its base rate to 4%, marking the fifth…

Mortgage Rates

Pensioners on Disability Benefits Could Receive an Extra £331 a Month

Pension Credit can include additional payments for eligible pensioners on disability benefits, offering extra financial help alongside the standard entitlement.

Disabled Person Sitting in a Wheelchair

DWP Offers Interest-Free Loans to Benefit Claimants for Unexpected Costs

Eligible claimants can access interest-free DWP loans of up to £812 to help manage essential one-off costs, with repayments taken directly from benefits.

Silver and Gold Coins on White Printer Paper

DWP Confirms Benefit Payment Date Changes for August Bank Holiday

The DWP has announced changes to several benefit payment dates in August, moving them forward to ensure recipients are paid before the summer bank holiday on Monday, August 25, 2025,…

DWP

UK Households Could Get £250 Energy Bill Discount for a Decade Under New Plan

Residents within 500 meters of new or upgraded pylons could receive £125 every six months, totaling £2,500 over ten years, as part of a government scheme to offset the impact…

Electric bill statement and home energy consumption

HMRC to Unveil Significant Changes to Advisory Fuel Rates

Company car drivers across the UK will soon be subject to updated advisory fuel rates as HMRC prepares to implement its next scheduled review on 1 September 2025. The revised…

Gas pump nozzles

Met Office Warns of Intense Heatwave With Mid-30s Possible in Parts of UK

Forecasters say parts of the UK could see temperatures well above average next week, with the southeast most likely to experience the peak of the heatwave.

Natwest to Close Over 60 Branches Across the UK in 2025

NatWest has announced a phased programme affecting its UK branch network later in 2025, impacting locations nationwide over several weeks.

NatWest

Nationwide Advises Some Members to Visit Branch for £50 Bonus Collection

Nationwide outlines how eligible members can claim an unreceived £50 bonus, with some required to visit a branch before the deadline.

Nationwide

DWP Confirms Attendance Allowance Worth up to £5,740 for 48 Health Conditions

Eligible older people could receive up to £110.40 a week from the DWP to help with daily living costs linked to long-term health conditions.

Man suffers from chest pain

DWP to Phase Out Six Legacy Benefits in Move to Universal Credit

Millions of UK households still receiving legacy benefits are being contacted by the DWP with migration notices, requiring them to switch to universal credit by set deadlines to maintain their…

A close-up of a Universal Credit document

Drivers Warned Over £1,000 Fine for Moving Aside for Ambulances

Motorists are urged to follow the Highway Code when making way for ambulances, as unsafe actions could lead to being fined and receiving points on their licence.

Ambulances

HMRC Warns Self-Employed Britons of Fines up to £900 for Missing New Tax Deadlines

Self-employed workers face new HMRC rules in 2026, requiring quarterly tax updates and carrying fines of up to £900 for missed deadlines. These changes, part of the Making Tax Digital…

HMRC Sign in London

When Scottish Schools Return After Summer Holidays – Full List by Council Area

A full breakdown of when each council area will see pupils back in Scottish schools, from the earliest starts to the latest returns.

Elementary School Kids Running at School

DWP Confirms Full List of Medical Conditions and Updated ESA Rates for 2025

More than 1.4 million people across the UK receive ESA, with mental and behavioural disorders remaining the most common qualifying condition, according to the latest DWP figures.

Pensioner calculates the pension and bills

Nationwide FlexDirect Current Account: How to Qualify for the £135 Benefit

Nationwide has outlined the basic terms for its FlexDirect account, offering potential benefits like interest and cashback. However, the full details of how customers can maximise these perks remain somewhat…

Nationwide

Hundreds of Thousands of Parents Missing Out on Child Benefit

HMRC data shows that a significant number of parents are eligible for Child Benefit but are not claiming it. This unclaimed benefit offers more than just financial support, as it…

Child holding mother's hand

DWP Rolls Out £909 Monthly Support for Households Claiming Disability Benefits

The DWP has introduced a new initiative to provide automatic financial support for eligible disabled individuals, potentially reaching up to £909 per month. Further details on eligibility and the application…

Woman on Phone

England Set for 33°C Heatwave as 19 Counties Brace for Scorching Temperatures

A heatwave is expected to impact England next week, bringing unusually high temperatures across several regions. The hot weather is predicted to last from August 12 to 14.

Measurement of Temperature with Wooden Thermometer in Urban Setting

£150 Council Tax Relief Now Available Through Household Support Fund in Bromley

Successful applicants can choose to receive the £150 support as a supermarket voucher, energy payment, or a direct Council Tax credit.

The Bromley Civic Centre, located on Stockwell Close.

Heatwave Alert: Met Office Predicts 37°C Peak Across 32 UK Counties

A mid-August heatwave could affect 32 counties, according to Met Office forecasts, with central England seeing highs of up to 37°C.

Thermometer in the sand shows plus 37 degrees celsius

Bank of England Expected to Cut Interest Rates to 4% in August Decision

The Bank of England is expected to lower its base rate to 4% on August 7, marking the first reduction since March 2023. This move could bring relief to borrowers,…

Bank of England

Common Mistakes on PIP Forms May Risk Losing Up to £749 in Monthly Support

A recent update highlights common oversights in PIP applications that may affect outcomes, according to official guidance.

Stressed Woman Holding Documents

DWP Clarifies PIP Award Categories as Trends Shift in Claimant Profiles

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided new details on how PIP awards are assigned and reviewed. These updates clarify the process for both new claimants and those…

Man on a Wheelchair

UK Braces for 37°C Heatwave Following Weeks of Unsettled Conditions

Temperatures are set to rise across parts of the UK, with signs pointing to the return of a possible heatwave later this month.

Thermometer in front of cars and traffic during heatwave

Child Benefit Payments May Arrive Earlier This August Due to Bank Holiday

Payment dates under the HMRC Child Benefit scheme are set to shift temporarily this August, following standard adjustments around public holidays.

Stack of coins and label child benefits

A Rare £2 Coin? What Royal Mint Just Shared May Change How You Check Your Change

Collectors are paying attention after the Royal Mint highlighted a £2 coin linked to a detail few have noticed in everyday change.

£2 coins
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