DWP Confirms Early Payment for State Pensions and Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that benefit and state pension payments, including PIP and Universal Credit, will be made early due to the upcoming bank holiday.
Pensioners Owed Over £800 Million in DWP State Pension Errors – Are You Affected?
Pensioners could be missing out on millions of pounds due to errors in the State Pension calculations by the DWP. Over £800 million in underpayments has been identified, affecting various…
DWP Announces 100,000 Work Placements for Benefit Claimants
The DWP's SWAPs programme exceeded its target last year, providing over 86,000 placements. This initiative aims to reduce unemployment by offering training and work experience.
DWP and HMRC Adjust Benefit Payments for May Bank Holidays
The DWP has confirmed that certain benefits will be paid earlier than scheduled to avoid delays caused by May’s bank holidays. Claimants are advised to check revised payment dates to…
Welfare Cuts Under Fire as DWP Faces Urgent Calls to Rethink PIP and Universal Credit Changes
Mounting criticism over the Department for Work and Pensions’ proposed welfare cuts could reshape the future of benefits in the UK. With new evidence linking poverty to major economic losses,…
UK Pensioners Urged to Check Eligibility for Tax Refund Windfall
Many UK pensioners are unknowingly paying excessive taxes on their pension withdrawals due to emergency tax codes. HMRC is working to streamline the process and reduce these overpayments in the…
NHS Freezes Prescription Charges for the Next 12 Months — Full Breakdown of New Prices
In a significant move to ease financial strain, the NHS has confirmed that prescription charges will remain frozen for the next 12 months. This decision comes as part of a…
Cash ISA Savers Urged to Act Before May 8 as Rates Are Set to Drop
Savers with Cash ISAs are being urged to act quickly as interest rates are expected to drop following the Bank of England’s decision on May 8. After reaching a six-month…
Who Qualifies for a Blue Badge Disabled Parking Permit
A sticker displaying "Blue Badge holder" is visible on a car window, indicating that the vehicle is used by or for someone with a Blue Badge permit for disabled parking.
DWP to Make Two Major Changes to State Pension Payments in May 2025
An elderly person’s hands are seen holding an open wallet, with a few coins spread across the table, symbolizing financial management. The image highlights the challenges seniors face in managing…
State Pensioners Eligible for ADI Payment After £41 DWP Rule Change
State pensioners who lost their ADI payments after the £41 rule change may be entitled to new compensation. The DWP is inviting eligible claimants to come forward and request a…
DWP’s Top Four Conditions That Lead to Long-Term PIP Awards
The DWP has revealed that certain conditions lead to long-term Personal Independence Payment (PIP) awards, with over 1.6 million claimants benefitting from five-year or longer durations. Visual diseases, musculoskeletal, and…
DWP’s Childcare Support: Get Back 85% of Costs – Find Out How Much You Can Claim
The DWP is offering working parents the chance to reclaim up to 85% of their childcare costs, with a maximum payment of £1,768.94. This financial aid is part of the…
DWP Attendance Allowance Scrapped and Replaced by Pension Age Disability Payment for Thousands
The Pension Age Disability Payment replaces Attendance Allowance in Scotland, offering support to older adults with disabilities. This change is part of Scotland's efforts to manage its social security system…
Thousands of Women to Receive £11,725 Payouts After DWP Pension Error Uncovered
A quiet correction is underway at the Department for Work and Pensions, with thousands of women set to receive overdue payments. The issue dates back years and has affected some…
PIP Increase Schedule for 2025: When Recipients Will See the Full Rise in Payments
PIP provides financial support to individuals living with long-term health conditions or disabilities. The recent changes to PIP rates will affect when and how much claimants receive in their upcoming…
Labour Maintains Two-Child Benefit Cap Despite Rising Child Poverty Warnings
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) continues to enforce the two-child benefit cap, limiting support to families with more than two children. Critics argue the policy deepens financial hardship…
Winter Fuel Payments to Decline by 150,000 Amid New Eligibility Restrictions
Critics argue that while targeting support may improve efficiency, it also risks excluding thousands of pensioners who are just above the eligibility threshold and still face rising energy costs.
New Round of Cost of Living Payments Announced for Vulnerable Households
Eligible Blackpool households will receive financial support through the Household Support Fund, with payments ranging from £200 to £300. This initiative, running until March 2026, aims to alleviate the financial…
People Over State Pension Age With Hearing Issues Could Be Due Up To £441 Each Month
More than 9,300 people are currently receiving Attendance Allowance for hearing impairments, yet thousands more could be eligible. This benefit offers vital financial support to help older adults maintain independence…
New Benefit Rates Kick In, but PIP Claimants Won’t See Full Boost Until May
Although benefit payments officially rose in early April, millions relying on PIP will have to wait longer to see the increase. A change in timing—not eligibility—is behind the delay. The…
HMRC Expands Eligibility for £1,200 Savings Boost to 550,000 More People
The Help to Save scheme now allows 550,000 more people to benefit from a £1,200 savings boost. This change helps working individuals on Universal Credit build their financial resilience.
State Pension Payments to Increase for 2025/26
The DWP State Pension payments are set to increase, benefiting millions of retirees. This rise comes at a crucial time, as pensioners face higher living costs.
Pension Age Disability Payment: A New Benefit for Older People in Scotland
The Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP) aims to offer financial support for older individuals with disabilities, ensuring they receive the assistance they need. This benefit is designed to improve the…
UK Ministers Rule Out Scrapping Two-Child Benefits Cap Despite Warnings of Rising Child Poverty
Charities argue that scrapping the two-child benefits cap is the most cost-effective way to reduce child poverty, potentially lifting 350,000 children out of poverty overnight. However, government sources remain firm…
UK Households Could Receive £100 DWP Cost of Living Payment
The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) is offering eligible households a one-time cost of living payment to help cover essential expenses. This payment is part of the government's broader…
450,000 Pensioners to Miss Out on UK State Pension Increase in April 2025
Campaigners are calling for reform to the State Pension system, highlighting the disparity faced by expatriates with frozen pensions. These pensioners, despite making National Insurance contributions, miss out on annual…
HMRC Sends ‘Life-Changing’ Cash to Employees Reporting Fraudulent Bosses
HMRC has introduced a new reward scheme to encourage employees to report fraudulent tax activity by their employers. Under the initiative, whistleblowers could receive up to 25% of the extra…
No Pension Rise for 450,000 UK Pensioners Living in Certain Countries
Hundreds of thousands of British pensioners overseas won’t see a penny of the latest State Pension increase. Despite making full contributions during their working lives, many are subject to a…
Reform UK Candidate’s Support for Means Testing Winter Fuel Payments Sparks Controversy
Sarah Pochin's support for means testing winter fuel payments has sparked internal tensions within Reform UK. Her stance contrasts sharply with Nigel Farage's opposition to cuts in the fuel allowance.
DWP Urges Pensioners Abroad to Claim Compensation for State Pension Changes
The DWP is encouraging pensioners living abroad to apply for compensation if they were negatively impacted by the removal of the Adult Dependency Increase (ADI). Affected individuals may be entitled…
Government Boosts Savings for Half a Million Low-Income Brits Through ‘Help to Save’ Scheme
The 'Help to Save' scheme offers low-income individuals a 50% government bonus on their savings. This initiative, now extended until 2027, aims to help build financial resilience.
Labour MPs Revolt as DWP Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit Face Growing Backlash
Labour MPs are increasingly vocal in their opposition to proposed cuts to PIP and Universal Credit. As a £5 billion reduction looms, key party figures voice their concerns, warning that…
Rachel Reeves Outlines £50 Billion Pension Investment Plan for UK Projects
Pension funds will be encouraged to allocate a portion of savers' money into unlisted UK assets under a revised investment compact. Reeves aims to align financial returns with national priorities…
Savers Could Bypass £20,000 ISA Limit, Martin Lewis Explains
Many ISA savers could be missing out on better interest rates due to a simple misunderstanding of the rules. Martin Lewis has shed light on a key allowance that offers…
Labour’s Shift on Welfare: Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit Now Likely After Major Decision
Labour's recent decision to allow MPs to abstain from voting on welfare cuts has sparked growing concerns. This shift could make cuts to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit…
DWP Could Offer Pensioners One-off Payment of £310 This Year
Pensioners receiving Pension Credit may soon be eligible for one-off payments to help with rising living and energy costs. These payments aim to provide financial relief during the 2025/26 financial…
DWP Confirms Early Benefit Payments for Easter Bank Holidays
Claimants due for payment on April 18 or April 21 will receive their funds on April 17. This early payment schedule is due to the Easter bank holiday period.
HMRC Warns Parents of Possible Child Benefit Cuts as Children Turn 16
HMRC will stop Child Benefit payments on August 31 unless parents confirm their child’s continued education or training. Only approved full-time study or unpaid training qualifies for continued support past…
DWP Adjusts Universal Credit Payments Ahead of Easter Closure
DWP offices will remain closed for four days over Easter, prompting early Universal Credit disbursements. Claimants are urged to act quickly as services will be unavailable until April 22.
Thousands of Children to Receive 30 Hours of Free Care, Starting in September
A major new initiative will give thousands of parents the opportunity to access up to 30 hours of free childcare for their children. Starting in 2024, the program will provide…
Martin Lewis Urges Energy Bill Payers to Check Their Direct Debit Credit Today
Martin Lewis urges energy customers paying by Direct Debit to check their accounts for potential refunds. Many may be owed hundreds of pounds due to excess credit built up during…
New Carer’s Allowance Rules Could Benefit Thousands
Recent changes to Carer's Allowance rules allow thousands of new carers to qualify. The increase in the earnings threshold to £196 per week broadens eligibility for this essential support.
Older People Could Be Due DWP Payout After New State Pension Communication Issue Identified
The PHSO has found that poor communication from the DWP has caused unnecessary financial distress for pensioners. Adrian Furnival, a pensioner living abroad, was left unaware of important changes to…
State Pension Payment Update for 2025/26 : What You Need to Know
The UK’s State Pension payment rates saw a 4.1% increase starting April 7, 2025. This annual adjustment impacts millions of pensioners, with payments automatically updated, though some recipients are still…
DWP Confirms Change to Universal Credit Payments From Next Month
The DWP is implementing a permanent change to Universal Credit payments, set to take effect on 30 April 2025. This change aims to lower the deductions cap from 25% to…
Inflation Tariffs and Full List of DWP and HMRC Benefits Paid Early This Week
DWP and HMRC benefit payments will be made earlier this week due to the Easter bank holidays. Recipients will receive their payments on April 17, instead of the usual dates.
DWP to Offer New Annual Help for Tens of Thousands in Nearly 50 Areas
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has unveiled a new initiative to assist up to 100,000 sick and disabled individuals annually. This program will offer personalized guidance and skills…
DWP Confirms PIP Changes Won’t Affect People With Terminal Illnesses
The DWP has confirmed that people with terminal illnesses will remain unaffected by the upcoming PIP changes. These reforms aim to reduce the benefits budget by £5 billion.
Over 80 Pension Could Mean Extra DWP Payments for State Pension Below 106 Pounds
Pensioners receiving less than £106 a week from their state pension may qualify for additional support through the Over 80 Pension. Thousands of retirees could be missing out on financial…
