PIP Reviews Extended to 5 Years, Face-to-Face Assessments to Triple
Major DWP overhaul from April 2026 will see PIP review periods lengthened but a sharp rise in in-person assessments. The changes aim to save £1.9 billion. Get the full details.
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Six DWP benefits get £50 Cold Weather Payment in January
The DWP confirms 18 postcodes will receive a second £25 Cold Weather Payment this January. Find out if you're eligible and check the full list of qualifying areas.
Claim an extra £5,496 DWP pension if you're over 80
UK pensioners aged 80+ with a low basic State Pension could be eligible for an annual top-up of £5,496.40. Learn the eligibility rules and how to claim this vital DWP support.
Check now for missing DWP Christmas bonus payment
Millions on DWP benefits urged to verify receipt of £10 Christmas bonus. If missing, contact your Jobcentre Plus or Pension Service office immediately.
DWP £25 Cold Weather Payments for 441 UK Postcodes
Over 674,000 households in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will receive a £25 DWP cold weather payment. See the full list of eligible postcodes as the Met Office warns of snow and ice.
Check Your Bank for DWP's £10 Christmas Bonus
Millions on DWP benefits are urged to check accounts for a £10 Christmas Bonus payment. If missing, contact Jobcentre Plus or Pension Service on Friday, 2 January.
Petition: Increase DWP Christmas Bonus to £180
A parliamentary petition calls for the DWP's £10 Christmas Bonus to be raised to £180 to match inflation since 1972. Over 4,000 have signed, needing 10,000 for a government response.
Two Major DWP Benefits Set for 2026 Increase
The State Pension and Universal Credit are set for significant payment boosts from April 2026, following the triple lock and inflation. Find out what it means for you.
DWP can now access bank accounts to seize cash
New DWP powers allow direct access to bank accounts to recover benefit overpayments and fraud. The law change aims to save £1.5bn. Find out what it means.
State pension paid early: £706 due before New Year
Thousands of UK state pensioners on the basic rate will receive their £706 payment early this week. The DWP confirms revised dates due to the New Year's Day bank holiday.
Calls to Overhaul Traumatic Victims' Compensation Scheme
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
State pensioners to get £114.60 Attendance Allowance hike
The DWP has announced a 4.8% rise in Attendance Allowance payments for state pensioners, with new rates effective from April 6. Find out how much you'll get.
£4,300 DWP Pension Credit Unclaimed by 900,000
The DWP is urging nearly one million eligible pensioner couples over 66 to claim Pension Credit, a benefit worth up to £4,300 annually that also unlocks free TV licences and council tax reductions.
5 Common Mistakes That Stop State Pension Payments
Revealed: Five common errors that can halt or reduce your DWP state pension. Learn how to protect your income and avoid costly underpayments.
DWP confirms Christmas benefit payment date changes
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for benefits and State Pension over the 2025/2026 festive period due to bank holidays. Find out how to plan your finances.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: Parents on £1,590 Monthly
The DWP's decision to scrap the two-child benefit cap is sparking debate. Parents on Universal Credit share their stories of receiving up to £1,590 monthly. Read the full reaction.
What 'DWP XB' on Your Bank Statement Means
The DWP's £10 Christmas Bonus has been paid. We explain the 'DWP XB' code on statements, eligibility criteria, and how it affects your other benefits.
DWP rule change boosts benefits to £32,480 a year
A major DWP policy shift sees benefits rise for families. A Leicestershire mum explains how the change impacts her life and finances. Read the full story.
DWP orders dying dad to attend appointment in hospital
A father-of-three dying of silicosis was told his benefits could be stopped if he missed an in-person DWP appointment while on oxygen in hospital. Read the shocking case.
State Pension & Universal Credit Dates Change in Jan 2026
The DWP confirms state pension and benefits like Universal Credit will be paid early due to New Year bank holidays. Find out if you're affected.
DWP: One-night hospital stay could stop benefits
DWP claimants risk having payments stopped if hospitalised over Christmas and fail to report it. Learn the crucial steps to protect your claim and avoid sanctions.
DWP Support Fund Pauses for Christmas Break
The DWP's Household Support Fund will pause on 19th December, with payments not restarting until 5th January 2026. Leicestershire residents are urged to check eligibility for food and fuel vouchers.
DWP pension changes hit thousands living overseas
Thousands living abroad will lose access to full UK state pensions under new DWP rules. Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 voluntary NICs for overseas residents. Read the full details.
DWP £10 Christmas Bonus: Payment Update & Eligibility
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is now landing in bank accounts. Find out if you qualify, the full list of eligible benefits, and what to do if you don't get paid.
Birmingham's taped-up postboxes part of Royal Mail upgrade
Royal Mail is upgrading 3,500 postboxes with solar power and parcel tech. Birmingham residents find iconic red boxes taped and 'out of use' during the national rollout.
1.1m Missing Out on £110 Weekly DWP Attendance Allowance
Over a million UK pensioners are missing out on a vital DWP benefit worth up to £110.40 per week. Learn about Attendance Allowance eligibility, rates, and how to claim.
Over-80s could claim extra £422 monthly from DWP
The DWP is informing retirees aged 80+ they may claim an extra £422.80 per month via the Over 80 Pension. Eligibility depends on your basic State Pension amount. Find out if you qualify.
DWP bank checks could extend to four more benefits
The DWP gains powers to check benefit claimants' bank accounts from 2026. Experts warn checks may extend to Child Benefit, PIP, and others. Learn the full story.
DWP's 'No Hiding Place' Fraud Crackdown to Save £1.5bn
The DWP gains new powers to access bank data in a major anti-fraud drive targeting Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit. Discover how the government plans to protect taxpayers.
DWP to Review ADHD, Autism and Depression Diagnoses
Labour orders a major review into how mental health conditions qualify for benefits. Discover the full list of conditions affected and what it means for claimants.
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