DWP's New Crisis & Resilience Fund: What You Need to Know
The Labour Government's new Crisis and Resilience Fund replaces the Household Support Fund in April 2026. Learn about eligibility, payments, and how to access support.
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Councils told to give cash payments for household emergencies
Low-income households to receive direct cash payments for crises like boiler breakdowns under new £1bn fund. No application needed. Find out if you qualify.
TGI Fridays closes 14 UK restaurants after administration
The popular restaurant chain TGI Fridays has collapsed into administration, leading to the immediate closure of 14 sites in England. Over 450 jobs are lost, but 33 locations remain open. Full list of closures inside.
New DWP Cost of Living Payments Announced for UK Households
A new £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund will provide emergency payments to low-income households on Universal Credit or Housing Benefit from April 2026. Learn about the new support.
New £1bn Crisis Fund Offers Cash Support to All
A major new welfare scheme will launch in April 2026, providing direct cash payments to households in financial crisis, even if they are not on benefits. Discover how it works.
New DWP Crisis & Housing Benefits Start April 1
Two new DWP benefits, the Crisis Payment and Housing Payment, launch on April 1, 2026. Thousands of low-income households across England could be eligible for support from the £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund. Learn more about the eligibility criteria and
New DWP Cost of Living Payments Announced for 2026
The DWP announces a new £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund with two key payments for 2026, not limited to benefit claimants. Learn how local councils will distribute support.
UK Savings Crisis: Millions Have Less Than £1,000
Shocking research reveals nearly half of UK adults have less than £1,000 in savings, leaving them vulnerable to financial shocks. Discover the data and essential saving tips.
Learning new skills boosts mental health in later life
New research reveals that older adults who learned new skills during the pandemic had better mental health and resilience, with benefits lasting over a year. Discover how lifelong learning protects wellbeing.
Pubs face £150m rate hike, bosses demand urgent government action
Pub bosses warn of devastating closures as business rates threaten £150m blow. Industry leaders urge the government for a 'fast solution' after crisis talks. Read the full story.
New £200 Cost-of-Living Fund for Vulnerable Households
The Labour government announces a new three-year Crisis and Resilience Fund, launching in April 2026, to provide targeted cash support for vulnerable UK households struggling with bills.
Lloyds Bank £4.2m Grants Fight Financial Stigma
Lloyds Bank's charitable foundations award £4.2 million to 66 UK charities, aiming to break down the stigma preventing people from seeking financial help. Discover how the fund works.
Martin Lewis: Claim £200 Energy Bill Help Now
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis explains how UK households can apply for a £200 grant via the Household Support Fund. Check your local council's criteria and act fast.
Birmingham £200 cost of living payments arrive in January
Birmingham households are urged to check bank accounts for £200 hardship grants from the council's fund. Applications are open until March. Find out if you're eligible.
Pensioners lose £150k despite 13-year fight
Thousands of pensioners, including Maurice Alphandary, face lifetime losses up to £200k as Labour's PPF inflation increase won't start until 2027. Read their fight for justice.
BCRS hits £2m lending milestone for Welsh SMEs
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
DWP: 256,000 to benefit from pension rule change
Over a quarter of a million people in the Pension Protection Fund and Financial Assistance Scheme will see inflation-linked rises applied to pre-1997 pension payments. Discover how the reforms will work.
£500 Cost of Living payments for Camden households
Struggling households in Camden can apply for emergency payments of up to £500 from the Household Support Fund. Check eligibility and how to apply now.
Scala Theatre renovation costs rise by £590,000
Worcester City Council approves extra funding for the Scala Theatre renovation, citing fire safety and National Insurance costs. The £16.2m project remains on track for its 2026 opening.
Union Chief: Gov Must Focus on Cost-of-Living in 2026
TUC leader Paul Nowak urges the Government to prioritise living standards in 2026, warning of political consequences. Survey reveals one in five skip meals daily.
Tamworth completes £21.6m town centre regeneration
Tamworth's £21.65m regeneration project is finished, linking historic sites and creating new spaces for business to boost footfall. See the transformation.
Blackpool £300 Energy Bill Support Scheme Open
Vulnerable Blackpool residents can apply for up to £300 in energy bill support. The scheme, funded by the DWP, runs until 31 March 2026. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
HMRC warning over unclaimed Child Trust Funds for new adults
HMRC urges parents of children who just turned 18 to check for unclaimed Child Trust Funds, averaging £2,200. Learn how to locate and access these tax-free savings.
Sunshine Fund's 2025: A Year of Fundraising for NE Kids
The Sunshine Fund reflects on a busy 2025 of fundraising events, from a skydive to a coastal trek, supporting disabled children across the North East. Discover their year and how to get involved for 2026.
NatWest doubles social rent loan fund to £1bn
NatWest expands its ringfenced social rent loan fund to £1bn, aiming to accelerate the building of affordable homes and save housing associations up to £50m. Read the full announcement.
Lidl's 100-tonne Christmas food donation for UK
Lidl GB is giving away 100 tonnes of surplus food on Christmas Eve, creating over 238,000 meals for those in need across the UK. Read about their festive community support.
£20m redevelopment for Malvern Theatres set for 2026
Malvern Theatres is set for a landmark £20 million redevelopment in 2026, funded by the government's Levelling Up Fund. The project will deliver a new studio theatre, improved accessibility, and a community amphitheatre. Read more about this exciting cult
Housebuilder's donation aids mental health charity allotment
Redrow Midlands donates £1,930 to Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind for a pizza oven, transforming an allotment into a sensory garden for community mental health support. Discover how this initiative fosters connection.
Up to £8,297 in DWP Christmas cash for benefit claimants
Thousands on Universal Credit and DWP benefits are entitled to a range of Christmas support payments and discounts worth up to £8,297. Discover the key funds available this festive season.
First North East Elevate Fund Deal Backs Newcastle Wellness Studio
Reform Studio on Newcastle's Quayside is the first business backed by the new £35m North East Elevate Fund. The wellness centre will offer reformer pilates, yoga, and sound healing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.
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