Over-55s turn to £144k park homes as prices soar
Soaring bungalow prices are driving over-55s towards park homes, a £144,748 housing alternative offering single-storey living and community. Discover the growing trend.
Soaring bungalow prices are driving over-55s towards park homes, a £144,748 housing alternative offering single-storey living and community. Discover the growing trend.
State pensioners aged 80+ receive a 25p weekly 'age addition', unchanged since 1971. Critics call it 'insulting' as its value has plummeted. Discover the future of this payment.
Asda urges shoppers aged 60+ to spend just £1 for soup, bread & unlimited hot drinks in its cafes. The initiative runs until end of February to combat winter financial pressures.
Former NHS, care, Armed Forces and emergency service pensioners are urged to check eligibility for a Blue Light Card to combat rising winter costs. New research shows 83% are concerned about expenses.
Drivers over 70 could be banned from driving if they fail to attend a compulsory eye test under new government road safety plans. Learn about the proposals and expert reactions.
A leading financial writer calls for the DWP to end the £10 Christmas Bonus for pensioners, calling it an unaffordable 'charade'. Read the full debate.
Nearly half a million eligible state pensioners are not claiming a free TV Licence, a saving of over £180. Find out if you qualify via Pension Credit.
The DVSA announces two major changes for 2026 to tackle test backlogs and boost road safety, including new CPR questions and strict booking limits. Learn what it means for learners.
State pensioners aged 75+ receiving Pension Credit can claim a free TV Licence, saving £174.50 annually ahead of an expected price hike in April. Learn how to apply and check eligibility.
A con artist who stole £900k from women via dating apps is jailed for 17 years. Experts warn romance scams targeting over-55s rose by 52% last year. Learn how to protect yourself.
Thousands of UK pensioners could be missing out on up to £441 a month in Attendance Allowance from the DWP. This non-means-tested support is available for common conditions like arthritis. Discover if you qualify.
The OneOdio Focus A6 headphones offer active noise cancellation, 75-hour battery life, and surprising sound quality for just £52.13. A budget audio gem that challenges pricier rivals.
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.
Pensioners aged 80+ receiving a low basic State Pension may qualify for a monthly top-up of up to £422.80 from the DWP. Check your eligibility now.
A stark warning is issued as thousands of state pensioners die with outstanding mortgage debt, leaving families to foot the bill. Discover the scale of the crisis and the call for new lending solutions.
UK considers new driving laws for over-70s as data reveals they represent 13% of road fatalities. Read the full report findings and potential changes.
Exclusive data reveals a worrying increase in drivers aged 70+ not renewing their licences, potentially making them illegal on UK roads. Learn the rules and how to renew.
A cross-party MPs' inquiry warns thousands aged 60-64 risk falling into poverty as the state pension age rises to 67. Read the urgent call for a government strategy.
Exclusive DVLA figures reveal a sharp rise in drivers failing to renew their licence at 70, potentially making them illegal motorists. Learn the rules to stay legal on UK roads.
Eligible pensioners aged 80+ can claim an extra £422.80 per month to top up low state pension payments. Learn about the DWP's Over 80 Pension, eligibility, and how to claim.
A parliamentary petition calls on the Labour government to mandate driving retests for drivers aged 70 and over to improve road safety. 10,000 signatures needed for a response.
The DVLA warns drivers aged 70 and over to renew their driving licence. The free online process is quick and secure. Check if you need to renew now to stay legal on the road.
An 82-year-old Walsall woman describes her life as 'hell' after a two-year neighbour dispute turned violent, leaving her with injuries and police involvement. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 NI payments for pensioners overseas, requiring 10 years UK residency. Discover the impact on your state pension.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major ISA shake-up, cutting the cash allowance to £12,000 for under-65s. State pensioners are exempt. Discover the new rules.
An inquest hears how devoted pensioners David and Susan Jeffcock jumped from Whitby cliffs in a suicide pact after his cancer diagnosis. Read the full tragic story.
HMRC announces it will not pursue hundreds of thousands of state pensioners for minor tax debts as pensions outgrow the frozen Personal Allowance. Discover the full story.
HMRC begins direct recovery of Winter Fuel Payments from pensioners with incomes over £35,000. Learn how this affects you and what to expect.
Half a million state pensioners could be forced to pay income tax if the Chancellor extends the tax threshold freeze. Discover how this impacts retirement income.
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.