Benefits

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A government dossier has uncovered that two Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits—Housing Benefit and Disability Living Allowance (DLA)—have been exploited by terrorists, hostile foreign agents, and organized … Read More

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State pensioners in the UK may be entitled to an extra £238 per week on top of their usual Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) payments. This boost comes as a result of a 4.8% increase implemented in April, raising the … Read More

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed an increase in the new full state pension to £965 per month starting in June. This updated rate applies to women born after 1953 and men born after 1951 who have … Read More

Thursday, June 11, 2026 statepension dwp benefits pensionage jobseekersallowance universalcredit disabilitybenefits esa bereavementsupport pension

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has specific rules that affect state pensioners once they reach the age of 67. With the recent confirmation by the Labour Party government, the state pension age is rising from 66 to … Read More

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Scottish households set to receive the Scottish Child Payment can rest assured that the upcoming Bank Holiday on Monday, June 15, will not disrupt their benefits. Social Security Scotland has confirmed that payments will be … Read More

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 dwp scotland benefits bankholiday payments disability universalcredit socialsecurity childbenefit government

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Social Security Scotland have confirmed that payments for six major benefits will be made as usual next week, despite the bank holiday on Monday, June 15, 2024, in Scotland. … Read More

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On Monday, June 15, 2026, parents in Scotland with children under 16 who receive Child Disability Payment will receive their benefits as usual, despite the national Bank Holiday. This holiday marks Scotland’s first … Read More

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Labour is facing increasing pressure to reform the benefits system by restricting payments for minor mental health conditions and boosting apprenticeships to address a growing crisis. Data reveals that the number of 16 to … Read More

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 dwp pip disability benefits assessments policy reform claimants incapacity healthcare

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is implementing a significant change to the way Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims are assessed, prompting strong criticism from campaigners who warn that the move could lead … Read More

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A new poll of 1,000 general practitioners (GPs) reveals growing concern that diagnoses of ADHD and autism are being applied too readily to children, coinciding with a significant rise in Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) … Read More

Monday, June 8, 2026 dwp pip disability benefits middleclass taxpayers reform income meanstesting healthcare

Recent data reveals a sharp increase in so-called middle-class households receiving disability benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Nearly 200,000 households earning over £100,000 annually are now … Read More

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Last year, fraudsters pretending to be single claimants swindled an astonishing £1.1 billion in benefits, recent analysis reveals. The number of individuals falsely claiming single status has surged, enabling scammers to … Read More

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Over a million people in the UK could be missing out on a little-known benefit worth up to £6,000 a year from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). If you have a long-term illness or disability and have reached State … Read More

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A growing parliamentary petition is urging the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to halt the mandatory identity verification checks imposed on Universal Credit claimants. Many individuals have described these ID checks … Read More

Sunday, June 7, 2026 pip disability benefits appeal cerebralpalsy assessment depression mandatoryreconsideration tribunal personalindependencepayment

A lifelong recipient of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) shared their distress after being awarded zero points across all assessment categories, resulting in the sudden loss of this vital benefit. Living with cerebral … Read More

Friday, June 5, 2026 benefits welfare dwp pip labour conservatives universalcredit disability employment reform

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has come under intense scrutiny over a £710-a-week benefit package that critics say is preventing people from returning to work. Since the Labour Party regained power in 2024, it has … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 dwp benefits youngpeople employment labour conservatives unemployment economy workforce education

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been pressed to implement decisive reforms for benefits claimants born in certain years, as concerns grow about dwindling opportunities for young people. The Conservative Party … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 counciltax disability dwp benefits disabledbandreduction england pensioncredit housing localgovernment taxrelief

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has expanded access to a valuable perk: the Council Tax Reduction (CTR) scheme is no longer limited to those receiving disability benefits. Households in England with disabled … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 dwp pip universalcredit esa righttotry disability benefits workcapability volunteering assessment

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has clarified the application of the new ‘Right to Try’ regulations, assuring claimants that beginning paid work or volunteering will no longer automatically result in … Read More

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 universalcredit dwp benefits welfare budgeting costofliving disabilitysupport lowincome tiktok motherhood

Millie, a popular TikTok content creator and mother, recently shared an honest glimpse into her life on Universal Credit, shedding light on the struggles many face despite receiving what might seem like a substantial amount. … Read More

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 pensioncredit dwp statepension benefits pensioners claims carers disability savingscredit incomesupport

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging state pensioners to apply for Pension Credit, a valuable benefit worth up to £4,300 per year, ahead of upcoming payments scheduled before the end of July. Despite its … Read More

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 pensions dwp veterans frozen statepension expatriates uprating triplelock benefits

An estimated 60,000 state pensioners, including many veterans, are losing out on annual payment rate increases from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), according to a claim by a Labour Party minister. This raises … Read More

Monday, June 1, 2026 dwp benefits rationcard welfare gambling alcohol cigarettes conservatives policy criminaljustice

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to introduce a controversial “ration card” scheme restricting how certain benefit claimants can spend their funds. Under this plan, individuals with criminal … Read More

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The Conservative Party has unveiled plans to replace cash payments of Universal Credit for criminals with a restricted bank card system, often referred to as “ration cards.” This initiative, inspired by the Aspen … Read More