Two-digit tax code could mean £3,539 HMRC refund
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
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State pension payments issued early for Christmas
The DWP confirms early state pension payments of at least £704 before Christmas due to bank holidays. Find out the new payment dates and how your NI number affects it.
Find Your Lost £13,620 Pension Pot Now
Over £31 billion sits unclaimed in lost UK pension pots. The average is £13,620. Our guide shows you how to trace and reclaim your money for a secure retirement.
17 Universal Credit Rules You Must Report to DWP
Millions on Universal Credit must report 17 key changes or face penalties, court action and payment reductions. Learn the crucial rules to protect your benefits.
Secret £277k pay rise for UK minimum wage workers
Millions of UK workers can unlock a hidden pay boost worth £277k through auto-enrolment pensions. Discover how your employer adds free money to your savings.
Universal Credit childcare rules if you quit your job
A parent on Universal Credit asks if DWP will still pay childcare costs after quitting their job. Get the facts on benefits, sanctions, and your rights.
State pensioners get £363 boost after DWP change
UK state pensioners are set for payments of up to £363 on top of regular DWP payments following an April rule change. Discover if you're eligible for this Pension Credit increase.
£440 state pension rise confirmed for 2026
Millions of UK pensioners born before 1951 will see a £440 state pension increase from April 2026. Discover how the triple lock impacts your payments.
State Pension to rise by £575 for millions in 2026
Millions of UK state pensioners will receive a £575 annual increase from April 2026. Discover how the triple lock policy impacts your pension payments and what it means for you.
Boost Your UK State Pension by £342 a Year
UK households, especially unpaid carers, are urged to claim a little-known DWP benefit that could add £342 annually to their state pension. Check your eligibility now.
DWP: Claim Your £83 Weekly Pension Credit Boost
The DWP urges state pensioners to claim Pension Credit, worth £83 weekly. A postcode lottery exists, with uptake as low as 50% in some regions. Check your eligibility now.
UK pension tax refunds hit £50m in three months
UK households reclaimed nearly £50m in overpaid pension tax between July and September 2025, with over 13,700 savers getting £3,539 back each. Experts call for system reform.
Pensioners Urged to Claim £100 Weekly Boost
The DWP urges state pensioners to check eligibility for Pension Credit, worth an average of £4,300 yearly, as a new trial targets regional disparities in uptake.
State Pension to rise by £575 in 2026
Millions of UK state pensioners will receive a £575 increase from April 2026, confirmed by the triple lock. Discover how this affects your pension and the political debate.
Five pensioner groups denied £300 Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP has confirmed five specific groups of state pensioners will not receive the £300 Winter Fuel Payment, despite some having low incomes. Find out if you are affected.
State pensioners get 4.8% Triple Lock boost in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms 4.8% state pension rise for 2026/27, honouring Triple Lock pledge. Full breakdown of six key pension and savings changes affecting retirees across the UK.
State pension to rise by £575 from April 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 state pension rise for 2026/27 under the triple lock. Discover how this increase affects pensioners and the looming tax threshold issue.
Over-80s eligible for £106 weekly DWP pension top-up
Discover if you or a loved one over 80 are eligible for an extra £105.70 per week from the DWP's Over 80 Pension. Learn the criteria and how to claim this vital support.
HMRC overtaxes thousands of pensioners in Q3 2025
HMRC has now repaid over £1.5bn to pensioners overtaxed on withdrawals since Pension Freedoms. Discover how this flaw affects you and what to do.
DWP's £83 weekly pension bonus for December
The DWP is urging state pensioners to claim an extra £83 per week via Pension Credit. A new trial targets 2,000 eligible households amid stark regional disparities in uptake.
State Pension Warning: Millions Face £7k Shortfall
Millions of state pensioners risk missing out on £7,000 yearly income. Check if you're affected and learn how to boost your pension payments now.
Pensioners' £7,848 Christmas Discounts Revealed
UK state pensioners can claim over £7,800 in freebies and discounts before Christmas. Discover how to access free prescriptions, travel, and Pension Credit.
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.
Credit card mistake could trigger 80% interest hike
A personal finance expert warns UK credit card holders that a simple direct debit timing error could lead to massive interest rate increases. Learn how to protect yourself.
Pension Check Could Add Thousands to Retirement Pot
UK workers urged to review employer pension contributions. One simple change could significantly boost your retirement savings. Experts reveal how to maximise your pension pot.
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 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.
State Pension to rise 4.8% in 2026
Millions of UK retirees will see their State Pension increase by 4.8% from April 2026, thanks to the Triple Lock. Find out how much more you'll receive weekly and annually.
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.
Government reconsiders Waspi state pension compensation
The government is reconsidering compensation for 3.6 million women affected by state pension age changes after new evidence emerged. Campaigners demand justice for retirement plans plunged into chaos.
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