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Labour plans major Motability scheme changes

Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers scrapping VAT breaks and removing luxury brands from the Motability scheme in the Autumn Budget. Discover the potential impact.

Woman overcomes chronic pain to launch new career

Amy McDonald, 36, transforms her career despite Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and endometriosis. Discover how specialist support helped her achieve digital marketing success and award recognition.

DWP £749 Payments for Musculoskeletal Conditions

Over 1.2 million people in the UK are receiving DWP PIP payments of up to £749 for over 85 musculoskeletal conditions. Discover if you are eligible for this vital financial support.

PIP benefits to increase by 3.8% in April

Millions on disability benefits will see a 3.8% payment increase from April 2025, adding up to £275 annually. Discover how the DWP's inflation-linked rise affects you.

Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK

New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.

North West economy shows signs of stability

The NatWest Growth Tracker reveals the North West economy is stabilising with slower declines in activity and employment. Business optimism is rising. Sign up for our newsletters for more regional analysis.

Millions of UK pensioners forced back to work

Exclusive investigation reveals how soaring inflation and inadequate state pension payments are driving record numbers of retirees back into employment to make ends meet.

DWP confirms major PIP changes for 2025

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.

DWP replaces sick notes in benefits shake-up

The government is replacing traditional sick notes with a new digital system designed to get people back to work faster. Find out how the major DWP changes will affect you.

ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring

Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.

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