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.
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Benefits to be £18k higher than wages after budget
Families on full DWP benefits will receive £18,000 more than some working households by 2026/27, analysis shows. The Centre for Social Justice report sparks a major political row over welfare spending.
Scrap DWP £10 Christmas Bonus, Writer Urges
A Telegraph writer argues the UK can no longer afford the £186m annual DWP Christmas Bonus paid to over 18 million people. Discover who qualifies and the debate.
New Universal Credit rules: Key dates and changes
Major changes to Universal Credit from April 2026 will see some families hundreds better off, while new disability claimants face reduced payments. Get the full breakdown of rates, thresholds, and key dates.
Festive Hampers Delivered to 120 Edge Hill Students
Edge Hill University's care-experienced students received special Christmas hampers from the Halle O'Brien CIC. Discover how this heartfelt initiative brings festive cheer.
Underweight Dog Rescued from Birmingham Drugs Den Needs Home
Bella, a Cane Corso rescued from a hazardous Birmingham property, is now healthy and searching for a loving family this Christmas. Discover her story and how to adopt.
Osbourne condemns Morocco dog killings before 2030 World Cup
Sharon Osbourne joins animal welfare outcry against Morocco's reported cull of free-roaming dogs before the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Stars demand an end to the 'barbaric' slaughter.
Cat with Nose Deformity Rescued in Wolverhampton
Sid the cat, found flea-ridden and with a nose deformity in a dirty Wolverhampton home, has been rescued by the RSPCA and adopted into a loving new family. Read his heartwarming recovery story.
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.
New UK animal welfare laws ban puppy farms and trail hunting
The UK government announces major animal welfare reforms, banning puppy farms and trail hunting by 2029. Critics call it a 'war on the countryside'. Discover the full details.
Government's New Animal Welfare Strategy Targets Shock Collars
The UK government has launched a major new animal welfare strategy, proposing bans on electric shock collars and trail hunting. Discover the full scope of the transformative plans.
England's Biggest Animal Welfare Crackdown Launched
The Labour government launches its landmark Animal Welfare Strategy, targeting illegal puppy farms and livestock attacks. Owners face new rules and bans.
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.
16,000 new ADHD PIP claims spark DWP reform calls
The DWP faces pressure to reform the welfare system after a sharp rise in ADHD-related PIP claims. Experts warn of unsustainable spending impacting other public services.
New MOT Tester Ban Rules Start 9 January 2026
The DVSA announces stricter MOT rules from 9 Jan 2026, banning testers and principals for 2-5 years after disciplinary action. Learn how this crackdown affects UK drivers.
Man convicted for illegal pet shop in council house
A Rugeley man has been convicted after running an illegal pet shop from his council house, neglecting animals including endangered species. Read the full story and learn how to buy exotic pets responsibly.
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: 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.
Mum who claimed £60k benefits slams Labour policy change
Cheryl Drew, once claiming £60k a year in benefits, criticises Labour's decision to abolish the two-child benefit cap, saying it removes motivation for parents.
16,000 ADHD PIP Claim Rise Sparks DWP Reform Calls
DWP data reveals a 16,000 surge in ADHD PIP claims. Experts urge benefit system reform to control spiralling welfare costs. Read the full analysis.
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.
Thug jailed for stabbing sharpei puppy to death
Matej Ciroka has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and banned from keeping animals for life after fatally stabbing his seven-month-old sharpei, Aki, with a kitchen knife in Stoke-on-Trent.
Jollyes donates 424k pet food tins and £40k to charities
Jollyes Pets thanks customers for donating 424,000 tins of food, with £40,000 profit shared among five UK animal welfare and community charities. Read how this supports vital work.
Birmingham Safe Centre for Vulnerable Children Nears Approval
Plans for a vital 20-bed safe centre in Erdington to support vulnerable West Midlands children are recommended for approval, addressing a critical regional shortage.
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.
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.
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.
92 Animals Spending Christmas at RSPCA Southport Shelter
As Christmas approaches, RSPCA Southport, Ormskirk & District Branch cares for 92 animals. The independent charity relies on community support and hosts festive events to raise vital funds. Discover how you can help.
New UK Law Bans Puppy Smuggling and Cruel Imports
The Animal Welfare Bill has become law, banning the import of young, mutilated, and heavily pregnant pets. Discover how this crackdown protects animals and buyers.
DWP benefits shake-up branded 'unfair' and divisive
A think tank warns the Autumn Budget's welfare changes create a huge disparity, where non-working families could receive more than those in work. Read the full analysis.
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