HMRC wrongly targets 71% in child benefit crackdown
New figures reveal HMRC's fraud pilot wrongly halted child benefit for 71% of legitimate families. The 'egregious error' caused unnecessary pain. Read the full report and official apology.
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PIP claimants can access £700 monthly discounts via Purpl
People on Personal Independence Payment are being encouraged to join Purpl, a UK-first discount platform for disabled people, offering potential savings of £700 per month on therapies, equipment, and daily essentials.
DWP Tests New Jobcentre Rules for 40,000 Claimants
The DWP is launching a trial that will see 40,000 Universal Credit claimants face new, stricter rules for attending Jobcentre appointments. Find out what this means for you.
DWP Issues Fresh Timms Review Update for PIP Claimants
The DWP has provided a new update on the Timms Review into PIP. Led by Sir Stephen Timms, the review aims to make the benefit fairer. Final report due Autumn 2026.
Labour drops free TV licence plan for DWP claimants
The Labour government has shelved plans to give free TV licences to benefit claimants. Find out why the policy was dropped and what it means for the licence fee.
DWP Motability Scheme updates prices and electric car options
The Motability Scheme has released its Q1 2026 price list for DWP PIP claimants, featuring more electric vehicles and new Advance Payments. See the full list of cars.
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.
Cold Weather Payments: 670,000 households get £25
Over 670,000 UK households receive £25 Cold Weather Payments as freeze continues. Find out if you're eligible and what happens next with the DWP scheme.
Universal Credit Migration Deadline Set for March 2026
The DWP minister outlines the transition of ESA claimants to Universal Credit, addressing income protection and new health element rules. Learn what the changes mean for you.
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.
HMRC confirms more DWP claimants eligible for £1,200 savings
HMRC has announced its Help to Save scheme is permanent and expanding, making 1.5 million more low-income families eligible for a £1,200 savings boost from April 2028.
DWP claimants can get £1,200 HMRC bonus
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the Help to Save scheme is now permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a 50% bonus on savings, up to £1,200. Learn how to apply.
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.
DWP Home Visits for Vulnerable Benefit Claimants
The DWP is rolling out home visits to help vulnerable people with benefit claims. Find out who is eligible and how the new support scheme works.
DWP issues 200,000 sanctions in benefits crackdown
The DWP has issued nearly 200,000 sanctions to migrants on Universal Credit for breaking rules, averaging over 200 per day. Read the full story on the welfare system crackdown.
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 ramps up face-to-face PIP and Universal Credit assessments
The DWP will increase in-person assessments for PIP and Work Capability claims, aiming to reform welfare, clear backlogs, and save £1.9bn. Find out what this means for claimants.
DWP Motability changes could see PIP claimants leave scheme
Major DWP changes to the Motability Scheme, including a new 12% insurance premium and VAT removal on top-ups, could force some PIP claimants to exit. Learn the full financial impact.
DWP confirms Christmas benefit payment date changes
Millions on DWP benefits must note altered payment dates over Christmas and New Year due to bank holidays. Plan your finances now to avoid bill payment issues.
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's £10 Christmas Bonus for PIP, ESA, DLA Claimants
The DWP is issuing a second December payment, a £10 Christmas Bonus, to PIP, ESA, DLA claimants and state pensioners. Find out when it arrives and who is eligible.
Young benefit claimants warned over new DWP rules
Young Universal Credit claimants risk losing payments if they refuse job offers under strict new DWP rules. The scheme targets 900,000 people to cut the welfare bill. Read the full details.
Young claimants face benefit cuts under new work rules
Young people on Universal Credit must accept job offers or risk losing benefits under a new government scheme aiming to cut welfare bills and boost workforce numbers. Read the full details.
Over 114,000 face DWP Work Capability Assessments
New DWP figures reveal over 114,000 people on key benefits are waiting for a Work Capability Assessment. Get the latest on the assessment backlog and what it means for claimants.
DWP terminates benefits for 17,000 in Universal Credit shift
The DWP is scrapping legacy benefits, forcing migration to Universal Credit. Campaigners warn disabled people are at high risk of destitution and harm as payments are terminated.
DWP Christmas Bonus paid to PIP, DLA and ESA claimants
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is being paid automatically to eligible claimants, including those on PIP, DLA and ESA. Find out if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
DWP ends ESA, moves all to Universal Credit by 2026
The DWP confirms managed migration of all ESA claimants to Universal Credit will be completed by March 2026. Find out how this affects your benefits and what you must do.
Universal Credit claimants to get £465 extra a year
Universal Credit claimants will receive an inflation-beating increase of up to £465 annually from April 2026. Find out how the DWP rule change affects you.
DWP £10 Christmas Bonus Payment Due for Millions
Millions of benefit claimants in the UK will receive a £10 Christmas bonus from the DWP. Find out if you are eligible and when to expect the payment.
DWP rejects £10 Christmas bonus increase to £165
The DWP has officially responded to a petition signed by over 20,600 people demanding the £10 Christmas Bonus for benefit claimants be increased to £165 to account for inflation.
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