15,000 wrongly lose Child Benefit in HMRC crackdown
HMRC admits 15,000 people had Child Benefit payments wrongly stopped in a recent compliance drive. Read the full details of the government's error and its impact.
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HMRC Child Benefit Crackdown Suspended 24,000 Accounts
HMRC admitted its child benefit crackdown, which suspended 24,000 accounts using travel data, carried a 'tolerable' risk. Discover the impact and official response.
DWP change to cost households £12,266 a year by 2031
DWP forecasts reveal welfare spending will cost the average UK household £12,266 per year by 2031, a £2,300 rise from 2023. Find out what's driving the increase.
DWP pension error costs Universal Credit claimants £110 a month
The DWP is under fire for a persistent pension error slashing Universal Credit payments. Former Pensions Minister Sir Steve Webb intervenes as claimants lose £110 monthly. Read the full story.
Thousands lose HMRC child benefit in wrongful crackdown
Shocking figures reveal 63% of families targeted in HMRC's child benefit fraud investigation were legitimate. Read the full story and its impact.
DWP Begins Process to End Two-Child Benefit Cap
The DWP will formally introduce a Bill to lift the two-child benefit cap on Thursday, January 8. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden calls it a £3bn investment in children's futures.
35,000 households hit by HMRC child benefit tax charge
Frozen tax thresholds will pull 35,000 more families into the High Income Child Benefit Charge by 2028, costing them £1,355 annually. Discover how to navigate the HMRC rules.
Child Benefit tax trap to hit 35,000 more families
A tax threshold freeze will see 35,000 more families paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge by 2029, experts warn. Learn how this HMRC rule could affect your household budget.
HMRC errors mark living people as deceased
Serious HMRC system errors are wrongly classifying living individuals as dead, preventing state pension applications. Learn how to check your NI record and what to do if affected.
Arthritis sufferers may claim £441 a month benefit
Millions of older people with arthritis could be missing out on up to £441.40 per month in Attendance Allowance. This non-means-tested benefit helps with daily living costs. Check your eligibility now.
Claim £3,148 Child Benefit if you earn under £80k
HMRC urges UK households where a parent earns under £80,000 to claim Child Benefit, worth up to £3,148 annually. Claim online for cash and vital National Insurance credits.
Housing Benefit Frozen While Other DWP Payments Rise
Local Housing Allowance rates are frozen until 2026, creating an average £2,214 annual shortfall for renters. Discover the impact of this DWP policy.
Universal Credit 2026: Rates and Changes Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a 6.2% above-inflation rise to Universal Credit for 2026, alongside the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap. Find out how the changes will affect claimants.
Pension error forces retiree to repay £25,000
A retired UK civil servant must repay £25,000 after a decade-long pension miscalculation. Discover the impact of the error and the union's call for change.
NHS issues £100 fine over HRT prescription certificate error
A woman faces a £100 NHS penalty after her HRT pre-payment certificate was used for uncovered medication. The pharmacy accepted it, but the patient is held responsible. Read the full story.
Rare Olympic 50p Coin Sells for Hundreds
A rare 2011 Olympic Aquatics 50p coin with a unique design error is fetching over £1,000 at auction. Discover if you have this valuable collector's item in your change.
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.
Heating error warning for UK households after Christmas
Experts warn a common heating mistake could cause devastating leaks and frozen pipes, leading to insurance claims over £75,000. Learn how to protect your home this winter.
DWP Warning: Benefit Payments to Stop for Thousands
The DWP has issued a critical warning to benefit claimants about upcoming payment suspensions in May. Find out if you're affected and what you need to do now to avoid losing your income.
NHS probe after wrong body cremated in Glasgow
NHS bosses launch a full investigation and apologise after a body was wrongly released from a Glasgow hospital mortuary, leading to the wrong cremation. Read the full story.
DWP's 17 Universal Credit Changes You Must Report
The DWP warns Universal Credit claimants to report 17 key life changes immediately or risk overpayments and legal action. Stay compliant and avoid penalties.
HMRC rule change benefits 100,000 families
Over 100,000 UK families will no longer need to file a self-assessment tax return to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge. The new HMRC system collects it via PAYE. Find out if you're affected.
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.
Universal Credit to rise by £25 a month from April
Millions on Universal Credit will see a 6.2% payment increase from April, while disability top-ups face cuts. Get the full details on the welfare shake-up.
DWP home visits for benefit support start soon
The DWP is launching home visits to assist vulnerable households with benefit claims. Find out if you qualify, how visits work, and what happens during an appointment.
£350k Pension Blocked Over Minor HMRC Error
A 70-year-old's pension transfer was blocked for months due to a minor HMRC listing error. Discover how bureaucratic mistakes can impact your retirement savings.
Claim £2,500 Child Benefit Before January Deadline
HMRC urges UK parents to check eligibility for backdated Child Benefit payments worth up to £2,500. Act before the mid-January deadline to secure this vital financial support.
HMRC Changes Child Benefit Dates Over Christmas
HMRC announces revised payment dates for Child Benefit over the festive period. Find out if your payment is affected and how to check your schedule.
Universal Credit Rise Confirmed for April 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 6.2% Universal Credit rise above inflation, plus an end to the two-child benefit cap. Find out how the changes affect you.
HMRC wrongly targeted 60% in child benefit crackdown
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
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