Lydia Amazouz

Lydia Amazouz

Web content writer/ editor with a background in economics.

DWP Letters Warn of £5,000 Fines as Government Tightens Benefit Fraud Controls

Benefit claimants across the UK are receiving official letters from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), warning of potential £5,000 fines amid a crackdown on suspected fraud.

The DWP

Tens of Thousands of Civil Service Jobs at Risk Under Reeves’ £2 Billion Cut Plan

The UK government plans to cut £2 billion a year from Civil Service budgets, putting tens of thousands of jobs at risk.

Rachel Reeves Welfare

DWP Provides Crucial Update on Controversial Voucher Proposal for PIP

The UK government has broken its silence on plans to replace PIP cash payments with vouchers—revealing a decision that defies earlier expectations.

Stacked £1 Coins on a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Paper

New Highway Code Rule Could Hit Drivers Doing Under 10,000 Miles a Year

Drivers clocking under 10,000 miles a year could soon be affected by a major Highway Code update, as experts raise concerns over how key safety features are being used.

A photo of a multi lane highway UK Drivers

Thousands of Older Drivers Could Be Forced Off the Road by Insurer Age Rules

Older drivers are being warned of a growing insurance issue that could quietly affect their ability to stay on the road.

Older Driver

New National Minimum Wage Levels Confirmed for 2025 – Millions Set for Pay Rise

Millions of workers across the UK are set for a pay rise in April, as new minimum wage rates take effect—here’s what you need to know.

Hands Holding a Collection of British Banknotes and Coins

Urgent Warning for Mobile Users as Key Network Service Set to Shut Down in Days

A major UK mobile network is shutting down its 3G service, leaving some users at risk of losing mobile data and internet access unless they upgrade their devices.

Hands Holding a Mobile Phone

Martin Lewis Warns 14 Million Mobile Users to Send 5-Digit Code or Risk Overpaying

Martin Lewis is warning millions of mobile users to send a simple 5-digit text to check if they’re overpaying on their phone bills, as many unknowingly remain stuck on costly…

Martin Lewis

Nationwide Issues Update on £100 and £50 Bonus Payments for Customers

Nationwide has updated customers on its Fairer Share Payment, confirming future payouts aren’t guaranteed, while a new £50 bonus is set to be issued soon.

Nationwide

State Pension Age Set to Rise Next Year—Who Will Be Affected?

The State Pension age is set to rise next year, bringing changes that could affect retirement plans for millions.

Elderly Couple Reading A State Pension Age Notice

Six Major High Street Brands Go Cashless – Is This the End of Cash Payments?

Six major high street brands have gone cashless, refusing physical money in some or all of their stores, sparking criticism from pro-cash campaigners who argue this move alienates customers.

A Person Receiving Cash At The Post Office

Homebase Set to Open 14 New Garden Centres in April – Locations Revealed

Homebase is set to open 14 new garden centres across the UK in April as part of its recovery plan after partnering with The Range.

Inside Major High-street Store Homebase

Households Could See TV Licence Fee of £174.50 Replaced by ‘Sliding Scale’ Payment Rates

The UK government is considering replacing the flat TV licence fee with a sliding scale based on income, a move that could make payments more fair and progressive for households.

TV Licences

Train Drivers Announce 56-Day Strike, Threatening Major Service Disruptions

Train drivers are set to strike for 56 days, causing major disruptions, as tensions escalate over a recent company dispute.

Aslef Train Strike

Millions of UK Households Urged to Secure £150 Document—‘Half Are Without It’

Millions of UK households are being warned to secure a vital £150 document, as experts reveal half of adults over 30 don’t have it—risking serious consequences.

Woman Reviewing a Document

Free Bus Pass for Over 60s in England: Latest Update from the Department for Transport

A campaign for a free bus pass for over-60s in England is gaining momentum, with thousands backing the call for equal transport access across the UK.

Passenger Tapping a Card on a Bus Fare Reader and an Elderly Woman Seated

Starmer’s Plan to Tighten Welfare Eligibility Could Impact Over 600,000 Disabled People

Keir Starmer's welfare overhaul could leave over 600,000 severely disabled people up to £675 a month worse off, with eligibility for PIP set to tighten.

Starmer’s Plan to Tighten Welfare Eligibility Could Impact Over 600,000 Disabled People

New Scheme Offers Free Driving Lessons to Disability Benefit Claimants – Are You Eligible?

People on PIP and other disability benefits could get free driving lessons through a grant, but many may not realise they qualify.

Free Driving Lessons

HMRC Urges People Earning Under £100,000 to Claim Benefit Worth Up to £4,000

HMRC is urging working parents earning under £100,000 to check if they qualify for a little-known childcare benefit worth up to £4,000 per year.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) placed alongside various denominations of British currency, including £10, £20, and £50 bank notes

Martin Lewis Issues Urgent Warning to Mobile Banking Users Amid Surge in Phone Thefts

Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning to mobile banking users, revealing how rising phone thefts could put their financial data at serious risk—and what steps they must take to…

Martin Lewis Issues Urgent Warning to Mobile Banking Users Amid Surge in Phone Thefts

DWP Stripping PIP Payments from ‘Alarming’ Number of Young Claimants

A growing number of young PIP claimants are losing their disability benefits despite having incurable conditions, raising concerns about the fairness of the system.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

What Abolishing NHS England Means for the Future of Healthcare

Keir Starmer’s plan to abolish NHS England has raised questions about its impact on healthcare, with supporters praising cost-cutting measures while critics warn of potential disruption.

What Abolishing NHS England Means for the Future of Healthcare

Thousands of Pensioners Set to Lose £2,798 a Year – Are You One of Them?

Thousands of state pensioners born before 1953 are set to receive £2,798 less per year than newer retirees—leaving many questioning the fairness of the system.

Pensioners-elderly woman sitting at a table, her expression reflecting a sense of sadness or contemplation

Martin Lewis Issues Urgent Warning for Anyone With Over £10,000 in Savings

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to savers with over £10,000 in the bank, explaining how a little-known tax rule could mean they owe more to HMRC than they expect.

Martin Lewis

New Inheritance Tax Rules Could Take 67% of Your Savings – How to Protect Your Money

Rachel Reeves' inheritance tax plans could see pensions taxed at up to 67%, prompting retirees to take action to protect their savings before the changes take effect in 2027.

Inheritance Tax

Labour Minister Breaks Silence on Fears of State Pension Means-Testing and Payment Reforms

A Labour minister has addressed mounting concerns over potential changes to the state pension, sparking debate over what the future could hold for retirees.

A Document With The Words State Pension Prominently Circled In Red

People on 10 DWP Benefits Can Get Broadband for £12 – How to Check If You Qualify

Millions on DWP benefits could access £12 broadband, but many don’t realise they’re eligible—here’s how to check if you qualify.

People on 10 DWP Benefits Can Get Broadband for £12 – How to Check If You Qualify

State Pensioners Born Before 1951 Sent £215 Payment Warning

State pensioners born before 1951 have been sent a £215 payment warning, raising questions about pension entitlements and fairness.

State Pensioners Reading Paper

Iconic British High Street Retailer Returns After Four Years of Closure

An iconic British high street department store is making a comeback with pop-up events after being revived following its closure in 2019.

The Inside of a British High Street Store

People on Certain DWP Benefits Eligible for £300 Cost of Living Payment

A £300 cost of living payment is now available for people on three DWP benefits, offering financial relief to those struggling with rising expenses.

Hands Holding A Collection Of British Banknotes Including, £50, £20 And £10 Notes

Nationwide Offers £50 to Millions of Customers – Here’s How and When You’ll Receive It

Nationwide is sending letters to millions of customers to confirm a free £50 payment will be landing in their bank accounts.

A Branch Of Nationwide Building Society

Pensioners with Health Conditions Due Up to £1,362 Per Month Under New Support Boost

Pensioners with health conditions could receive up to £1,362 per month from State Pension and Attendance Allowance as new rates roll out in April.

State Pensioner Holding A Handful Of British Bank Notes.

NHS England to Slash Workforce in Biggest Overhaul in a Decade

NHS England is set to cut its workforce in half as part of the biggest restructuring in over a decade, with concerns growing over the impact on leadership, staff, and…

Close Up Sign For The Nhs In The Uk

New PIP and ADP Payment Rates Confirmed for April 2025 Increase

PIP and ADP payments are set to increase from April 2025, with eligible claimants receiving higher financial support to help with daily living and mobility needs.

Hands Holding A Collection Of British Banknotes Including, £50, £20 And £10 Notes

Popular Shoe Retailer to Close Long-Standing High Street Store After 60 Years

A well-known shoe retailer is set to close its Gloucester store after 60 years, citing rising costs and declining footfall as key challenges.

Shoe Retailer

British Gas, Octopus, E.ON, EDF, and OVO Customers Urged to Act Now to Claim Up to £200

Customers of British Gas, Octopus, E.ON, EDF, and OVO are being urged to act now to claim up to £200 before upcoming energy changes take effect.

British Gas Van

Halifax Sets Final Deadline for Important Post Office Banking Change

Halifax customers have been given a deadline for a major Post Office banking change, with new deposit options set to be introduced later this year.

Halifax

DVLA Warns Drivers Over 70 to Submit These Five Documents or Face Delays

The DVLA has warned drivers aged 70 and over to ensure they provide the correct documents when renewing their licence or risk delays and rejections.

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)

HMRC Confirms Powers to Check ‘Every’ UK Bank Account Under Fraud Investigation Rules

HMRC has confirmed its powers to access UK bank account data for tax investigations, using bulk financial analysis to track undeclared income and potential fraud.

HMRC

DWP to Seize Money From Bank Accounts and Impose £300 Fines in Fraud Crackdown

The DWP is introducing new fraud measures that could see money taken directly from bank accounts and £300 fines imposed on certain benefit claimants.

UK Banknotes and a sign for Caxton House Department for Work and Pension (DWP)

DWP Reveals Four Groups Most Likely to Get Long-Term PIP Awards Worth £737 a Month

New DWP data has identified four groups of PIP claimants who are more likely to receive long-term awards, potentially securing ongoing monthly payments with fewer reviews.

Stacked £1 Coins on a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Paper

Thousands of Drivers May No Longer Need UK Test Under New Licence Plan

A proposed driving licence rule change could make it easier for thousands of drivers to get on UK roads—pending the outcome of a public consultation.

UK Driving Licence on a Practical Driving Test Pass Certificate Paper

DWP Unveils Plan to Get People With ‘Invisible’ Disabilities Into the Workforce

The DWP has unveiled a new plan aimed at helping people with invisible disabilities overcome barriers and enter the workforce.

DWP jobcentre

Martin Lewis Addresses State Pension Means Testing and Urges Savers to Act Before April

Martin Lewis has addressed concerns over state pension means testing and rising retirement age, urging savers to act before the April 5 deadline to secure their full payments.

Old Man Looking Sad with Picture of Finance Expert Martin Lewis on the Top Left

DWP Expert Issues Urgent Warning to PIP Claimants—Five Things You Must Do Now

A former DWP worker has warned PIP claimants to keep key records to avoid payment issues and protect their benefits during reviews.

Sign for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) at the entrance of Caxton House

Blue Badge Holders Urged to Claim £195 Road Tax Exemption Before April Rule Change

Blue Badge holders could save £195 on road tax, but many risk overpaying if they don’t update their exemption before the April rule change.

Blue Badge Holder

Barclays Customers Set to Receive Compensation Payouts After Major IT Failures

Barclays customers affected by major IT failures are set to receive compensation payouts totaling £12.5 million, after outages left many unable to access their accounts.

Two Individuals Withdrawing Money From Barclays

HMRC Tax Warning for Savers With Over £3,500—Unexpected Bills Could Be Issued

Savers with over £3,500 could face an unexpected HMRC tax bill, as interest earnings may push them over the Personal Savings Allowance limit.

HMRC P800 Letters

Government Confirms Extra Bank Holiday for Major National Celebration

Millions across the UK will enjoy a four-day bank holiday as the government announces nationwide events and celebrations set to take place in May.

Union Jack Flags Strung In Front Of A Building to refer to UK Could See Extra Bank Holiday in 2025 with Plans for a Four-Day Weekend

Santander Announces Major Banking Changes Set to Affect 14 Million Customers

Millions of Santander customers will be affected by upcoming banking changes in May, as the bank shifts its focus toward digital services.

Santander Branch in the UK
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