Major Review of DWP's £83 Carer's Allowance Overpayments
A major review finds 210,000 Carer's Allowance overpayments. The DWP will now reassess 185,000 cases. Discover the details and what it means for unpaid carers.
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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.
Pension Credit Uprated to £12,376 with Key Perks
State pensioners could get a £12,376 annual boost as Pension Credit rises 4.8% in April. Discover the seven extra benefits and how to claim your entitlement.
DWP benefit loophole lets drivers escape driving bans
Motorists are avoiding disqualification by claiming they rely on Motability cars. Courts are granting leniency, sparking a debate on preferential treatment and legal loopholes.
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: One in Eight to Claim Disability Benefits by 2030
Official figures project a surge in DWP disability claimants, with one in eight UK households set to receive payments by 2030. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
Single mum's £2,000 DWP budget sparks online debate
A single mother's TikTok video detailing her £2,000 monthly benefits and £655 disposable income has ignited a fierce debate about the UK's welfare system. See the full breakdown.
Benefits mum who got £60k a year slams Labour rule change
Cheryl Drew, once labelled the 'benefits queen' for claiming £60k a year for 15 kids, now criticises Labour's plan to scrap the two-child benefit cap. She says handouts don't always help. Read her story.
Carer's Allowance scandal sees DWP demand £1,500 repayments
Carers speak out after receiving brutal DWP letters demanding thousands in overpayments due to a 'cliff edge' earnings rule. Read the full story of the ongoing scandal.
Universal Credit deductions for bills explained
The DWP can take money from your Universal Credit for rent, utility debts, and court fines. Learn what bills are covered and what payments are protected.
Labour warns 1.2m on DWP benefits: 'not done' with cuts
Labour's DWP boss warns welfare shake-up is 'not done' as figures show 1.2 million claim sickness benefits for mental health. Read the latest on potential cuts.
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.
4 Million on Benefits Without Work Search Requirement
Official data shows four million people receive jobless benefits without needing to look for work, a rise of one million in a year. Political reaction and DWP response inside.
DWP £50 penalty warning for millions on benefits
Millions on DWP benefits must report changes like income or address to avoid overpayments and a potential £50 penalty. Learn what you need to declare to stay compliant.
DWP's new anti-fraud powers to save £1.5bn
The DWP unveils a major crackdown on benefit fraud with new data powers to prevent overpayments and recover billions. Discover the new 'no hiding place' measures.
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.
Woman on Universal Credit for six years says work not worth it
Erica Crompton explains why claiming benefits leaves her better off than a taxed wage, as the DWP faces a major welfare shake-up under Labour. Read her full story.
Man loses £36k PIP after DWP sees cricket video
A Shropshire family fights the DWP's decision to strip disability benefits after a light-hearted cricket match video. The case raises questions about PIP assessments and adaptive sports.
4.4m DWP claimants face mental health diagnosis review
Wes Streeting orders clinical review of mental health, autism and ADHD diagnoses as DWP sickness claims soar. Millions of claimants could be affected.
DWP boss warns 24m claimants: 'Nothing ruled out' on cuts
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden refuses to rule out benefit cuts, sparking fears for 24 million claimants. Read the full story and political reaction.
DWP pays two benefits for obesity as millions affected
New DWP data reveals 4,413 people receive PIP for obesity, with 800 on ESA. A doctor links unemployment to the condition affecting 18.7 million UK adults. Read the full analysis.
Carers Forced to Repay DWP Thousands in Benefits Scandal
Thousands of UK carers face huge debts after DWP benefit overpayments. A 60-year-old woman caring for her family must repay £1,623. Read the shocking review findings.
Millions to get £10 DWP Christmas bonus in December
Millions on qualifying DWP benefits will automatically receive a £10 Christmas bonus payment in early December. Find out if you are eligible for this festive financial support.
Benefits influencer helps thousands claim ADHD support
A benefits influencer helping people with ADHD claim DWP support criticises Labour's 'disgusting' cuts. Discover the impact on disabled claimants.
Universal Credit childcare rules if you quit your job
A parent on Universal Credit asks if DWP will still pay childcare costs after quitting their job. Get the facts on benefits, sanctions, and your rights.
DWP's £10 Tax-Free Christmas Bonus Announced
The DWP confirms a £10 tax-free Christmas Bonus for millions on qualifying benefits. Payment is automatic for eligible claimants. Find out if you qualify.
200,000 Carers Reimbursed in DWP Overpayment Scandal
Nearly 200,000 carers facing draconian Carer's Allowance overpayment penalties of up to £20,000 will be reimbursed. Discover how the government is righting this wrong.
DWP to scrap Income Support and JSA in 2026
Thousands warned as DWP confirms Income Support and Jobseeker's Allowance will end permanently in April 2026. Claimants urged not to ignore migration letters to Universal Credit.
DWP penalises carers over eight-year-old errors
UK carers face DWP penalties for earnings mistakes made up to eight years ago. Damning review reveals systemic failures causing distress. Read the full investigation.
DWP Carer's Allowance letters leave claimants scared
A damning report reveals unpaid carers are being pursued by the DWP for overpayments they didn't cause, causing severe distress and shame. Read the full investigation.
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