Universal Credit Deadline Could Cost You Over £2,400 in Extra Payments Sunday, January 11, 2026 universalcredit disability benefits lcwra deadline dwp health claim payments welfare If you’re planning to apply for Universal Credit and have a health condition, disability, or long-term illness, there’s an urgent deadline you need to be aware of—missing it could cost you thousands of pounds. Universal … Read More
My PIP Payments Stopped After New Medical Diagnoses: A Woman’s Struggle Saturday, January 10, 2026 pip disability dwp assessment ehlersdanlos pots migraines autism adhd appeal A 20-year-old woman has reached out for advice after her Personal Independence Payments (PIP) were abruptly stopped, even after she disclosed new medical diagnoses. Initially awarded PIP in 2023 due to autism, ADHD, major … Read More
Disabled Woman Voices Anger Over Dangerous E-Scooters and E-Bikes on Footpaths Saturday, January 10, 2026 disability pavement escooters ebikes safety harrassment illegal use traffic pedestrians A woman living with rheumatoid arthritis has spoken out about the dangers and harassment she faces from e-scooter and e-bike users while walking on the footpath. She revealed that near-collisions have forced her to step into … Read More
DWP Announces Significant Universal Credit Cuts Costing Claimants £2,652 Annually Wednesday, January 7, 2026 universalcredit dwp disability cuts labour healthsupport poverty employment policy legislation The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has revealed plans to reduce Universal Credit (UC) payments, resulting in a loss of £2,652 per year for claimants. These cuts are scheduled to take effect from April 6, 2026, under … Read More
Solihull planners reject ‘excessive’ Shirley home extension amid neighbour objections Tuesday, January 6, 2026 planning solihull extension shirley objection overdevelopment enforcement retrospective housing disability Solihull Council planners have refused retrospective permission for an extensive extension at a Shirley home, citing concerns over excessive development raised by neighbours and councillors. The property on Ufton Close had … Read More
19 NHS Health Conditions Qualify for £812 PIP Payment Sunday, January 4, 2026 nhs pip disability benefits dwp healthcare support accessibility mentalhealth physicalhealth If you live with one of 19 specific NHS-recognised health conditions, you may be eligible for up to £812 through the Department for Work and Pensions' Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This benefit is designed to help … Read More