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.
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.
Over 600 properties in Nottinghamshire are without power after a high voltage incident. National Grid engineers are working to restore supply. Full list of affected NG12 postcodes inside.
A mother from Belle Vale has been pursued by the DWP for £5,444.19 for five years due to a case of mistaken identity, causing immense stress. Discover the full story and the DWP's response.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is warned over a potential 'scary' ISA allowance cut from £20,000 to £10,000 in the Autumn Budget. Discover the impact on UK household savings.
The DWP is reviewing millions of PIP claims, focusing on five key areas to ensure the benefit is fair and fit for purpose. Discover the changes ahead.
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for 17 counties as Storm Claudia threatens power cuts and dangerous flooding from Friday. Read the full list of affected areas.
Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
EDF offers up to £1,000 off solar panel installations until Nov 23. Learn how UK households can cut energy bills and carbon emissions with this limited-time deal.
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash energy bills by up to £200. Key measures include VAT cuts and removing green levies. Find out how this affects you.
The DWP will issue £10 Christmas Bonus payments to pensioners and disabled claimants in December. Find out if you qualify and how to claim.
The DWP confirms 20 psychiatric disorders can qualify for up to £749.80 monthly in Personal Independence Payment. Discover if you're eligible and see the full list of conditions.
The DWP is calling 4,000 people for PIP face-to-face assessments as it plans to make audio recording standard. Discover how this impacts claimants and appeals.
DWP data reveals a surge of over one million Universal Credit claimants moved into the 'no work requirements' category in a year. Discover what this means for the welfare system.
A devastated family demands answers after a beloved Birmingham father died from malnutrition when his benefits were dramatically reduced, leaving him unable to afford food.
Major DWP reforms this autumn will affect Universal Credit, PIP assessments and work capability rules. Here's what claimants need to know about the coming changes.
Exclusive investigation reveals the Department for Work and Pensions is using controversial 'random sampling' to demand benefit repayments from thousands who've done nothing wrong.
Exclusive investigation reveals how changes to Universal Credit could leave struggling families £468 worse off annually as cost of living crisis deepens.
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an urgent warning to two specific groups of state pension recipients who risk having their payments stopped completely if they fail to act.
Exclusive: A new first-hand account exposes how DWP payment delays are pushing vulnerable claimants to the brink, with one man waiting months for essential support.
Motorists across Britain will receive welcome relief at petrol pumps as the government confirms the precise start date for the 3p per litre fuel duty cut, saving drivers millions amid ongoing cost pressures.
Energy giant OVO announces significant price cut for variable tariff customers, reducing typical annual bill by £145 as wholesale costs fall.
The Department for Work and Pensions has finally revealed details about significant reforms to Personal Independence Payment coming next year. Discover how the new assessment criteria could affect thousands of claimants across the UK.
A Universal Credit recipient shares their emotional journey from financial desperation to unexpected relief after receiving a substantial backpayment from the DWP, revealing the human cost of Britain's welfare system.
Exclusive: Major DWP blunder leaves state pensioners facing unexpected financial shortfall as payments drop by £300. Full details on who's affected and what to do.
Exclusive investigation reveals how the DWP is demanding thousands back from vulnerable single parents after wrongly classifying them as couples - leaving families in financial ruin.
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed significant changes to state pension payments that could affect millions of retirees across the UK. Discover what this means for your finances.
Exclusive: Major changes to PIP assessment criteria could see thousands of claimants lose vital mobility support as government pushes forward with disability benefit reforms.
A little-known DWP rule means many state pensioners could be missing out on thousands of pounds in extra income through Pension Credit eligibility. Discover how this hidden benefit could transform retirement finances.
Critical DWP letters are hitting doormats across the UK, warning Employment and Support Allowance claimants their payments could STOP unless they take immediate action. Here's what you need to know.
Exclusive analysis reveals how upcoming DWP state pension age reforms could impact millions of Britons' retirement plans and financial futures.