Families to get extra £292 a month from Wednesday
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in her Budget, giving families on Universal Credit an extra £292.81 per month. Find out how this change affects you.
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DWP's new work plan for 2.2 million claimants
The DWP has confirmed a new strategy to support Universal Credit claimants with mental health, back pain, or high blood pressure into employment. Discover how this major welfare shake-up aims to cut costs and boost opportunities.
DWP claimant fears GCSE lie on CV is fraud
A benefits claimant reveals they lied about a maths GCSE on their CV and now fear committing DWP fraud. Discover the Reddit advice and what constitutes real CV fraud.
Get a DWP Budgeting Advance up to £812
Households on Universal Credit and four other benefits could be eligible for a one-off DWP Budgeting Advance of up to £812 for emergency costs. Check your eligibility now.
DWP Christmas Benefit Payment Dates Change
DWP announces early benefit payments for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Find out what to do if your payment is late and how to resolve disputes.
Universal Credit disability payments cut for new claimants
New Universal Credit rules will slash disability top-up payments by nearly 50% for new claimants from April 2026, creating a two-tier system. Critics call the changes 'unfair' and 'poorly designed'. Learn how this affects you.
No Christmas Bonus for Universal Credit Claimants
Millions on Universal Credit will not receive the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus. However, all UC claimants will get the £150 Warm Home Discount this year for the first time.
New DWP Universal Credit child payments revealed
DWP releases new guidance for Universal Credit claimants with children. Check if you're eligible for extra monthly payments up to £339 and childcare cost reclaims.
DWP expands bank account checks for benefits
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
£150 energy bill support for UK households
Millions of low-income UK households begin receiving £150 Warm Home Discount payments from Monday. Find out if you're eligible and how the support helps with winter energy costs.
DWP bank checks risk 'wrongly flagging' claimants
Experts warn new DWP powers could see Universal Credit, ESA and Pension Credit recipients wrongly flagged for bank account checks. Learn how verification failures may impact you.
DWP pursues £763 debt from identity theft victim
A Birmingham woman fought the DWP for months after criminals fraudulently claimed Universal Credit in her name. Discover how she finally cleared her name after 190 phone calls.
DWP confirms £25 Cold Weather Payment eligibility
The DWP is issuing £25 Cold Weather Payments to eligible households as Arctic air causes temperatures to plummet. Find out if you qualify and how the scheme works.
Benefits fraudsters jailed in £86k DWP crackdown
Two women convicted of stealing £86,504 in benefits fraud. Discover how the DWP's new zero-tolerance approach is naming and shaming scammers.
Universal Credit claimants hit with £1,000 council tax rise
Thousands of disabled Universal Credit claimants in Somerset face council tax bills of up to £1,000 after a local scheme change. Discover the impact and council's response.
Cold Weather Payments Triggered as UK Temperatures Plummet
Vulnerable households could receive £25 Cold Weather Payments as temperatures are forecast to drop to -6°C. Check if you qualify for this vital heating support.
Universal Credit £725 Boost for Millions in 2026
Nearly 4 million UK households will see a £725 Universal Credit increase by 2029/30 under new DWP reforms. Learn about the payment changes and support guarantees.
Universal Credit Migration: Don't Ignore DWP Letter
The DWP is phasing out legacy benefits. If you receive a migration letter, you must act to continue receiving financial support. Call 0800 169 0328 for help.
Cold Weather Payments: Postcodes Triggered for £25
Thousands of UK households are set to receive £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments as temperatures plummet. Find out if your postcode is eligible and how the scheme works.
Get a £1,200 HMRC Payment Boost
HMRC urges millions on Universal Credit to apply for the Help to Save scheme, offering a 50% bonus. Martin Lewis champions the 'unbeatable' savings opportunity.
Reeves to scrap 'unfair' two-child benefit cap
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the controversial two-child Universal Credit limit, giving millions of families extra financial support. Discover how this change could affect you.
Universal Credit law change confirmed for April 2026
The DWP has announced a reduction to the Universal Credit health element for new claimants, effective 6 April 2026. Discover the full details and government response.
Universal Credit health element cut for new claimants
New Universal Credit claimants with health conditions will receive nearly 50% less support from April 2026. Discover how these controversial changes affect disability benefits.
Universal Credit £312 annual increase confirmed
Millions on Universal Credit will receive an extra £312 yearly from April 2026 after DWP law change. Single claimants get £6 weekly boost as reforms ensure payments rise above inflation.
Mum gets £3,900 benefits but still skint before Christmas
A DWP mum-of-four receiving £3,900 monthly Universal Credit reveals she's 'still skint' and struggling to afford Christmas essentials. Discover her financial reality.
DWP ends 35-hour weekly job search rule for claimants
The DWP is ending the mandatory 35-hour weekly job search for Universal Credit claimants. Discover how the new personalised approach will reform the welfare system.
DWP home visits for ESA claimants in Universal Credit move
Over 220,000 vulnerable people face home visits as DWP moves ESA claimants to Universal Credit. Minister urges responding to letters to maintain support.
Universal Credit sanctions harsher than court fines
A new report finds DWP sanctions leave claimants worse off than criminal fines, with 86% of appeals overturned. Calls grow for fundamental welfare reform.
10 DWP benefits set for April 2026 increase
Universal Credit, PIP and other key DWP benefits are set for a significant rise in April 2026 following the latest inflation figures. Find out how much more you could receive.
Universal Credit claimants get 6.2% rise
Millions on Universal Credit will see a 6.2% income boost next April, an increase larger than the state pension rise. Discover what this means for you.
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