DWP to Overhaul PIP Assessments Instead of Toughening Criteria for Millions of Claimants Thursday, July 9, 2026 dwp pip disability assessment mentalhealth welfare reform disabilitybenefits stephentimms andyburnham The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments could soon undergo a significant transformation, moving away from tougher eligibility criteria for millions of claimants. Labour Party … Read More
DWP Urged to Tighten PIP Eligibility for ADHD, Autism, Depression, and Anxiety Tuesday, July 7, 2026 dwp pip adhd autism depression anxiety welfare reform youth disability The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) faces mounting pressure to tighten eligibility criteria for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims related to ADHD, autism, depression, and anxiety. Recent data reveals that over … Read More
Reform 'Unsure' if Fly-Tipping Enforcement Will Increase Across Walsall Saturday, July 4, 2026 reform walsall flytipping enforcement council funding elections conservatives scrutiny waste At a public scrutiny meeting on July 2, Walsall Council’s enforcement portfolio holder, Councillor Ian Benton, addressed Reform’s commitment to creating safe neighbourhoods through robust rule enforcement. However, when … Read More
Rachel Reeves Proposes Pre-Tax Deductions on State Pensions in DWP Reform Monday, June 29, 2026 pension dwp taxation statepension rachelreeves chancellor incometax pensioners policy reform The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), in coordination with the Treasury, is considering a significant change to how state pensions are taxed. Under proposed reforms spearheaded by Labour Party Chancellor Rachel Reeves, … Read More
Andy Burnham’s Blueprint for Devolving DWP Benefits to Mayors Revealed Ahead of Prime Ministership Monday, June 29, 2026 burnham devolution welfare benefits mayors employment economicpolicy education labor reform A leaked plan detailing Andy Burnham’s approach to reforming Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits and tackling the welfare bill has surfaced as he prepares to become the Labour Party’s next Prime Minister. Burnham, … Read More
HMRC Targets Families with Significant Pension Savings in Upcoming Inheritance Tax Reforms Sunday, June 28, 2026 inheritance tax pensions hmrc estate savings reform wealth retirement planning HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is preparing to implement significant changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules that will affect families with substantial pension savings. Under reforms set to take effect from April 6, 2027, … Read More