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Council Tax Support: Millions Could Be Overpaying

New figures reveal 3.7 million people receive Council Tax Reduction, but many more eligible households are missing out on vital savings. Age UK explains eligibility and how to claim.

Council Tax Reduction 2025: Are You Eligible?

Millions in England receive Council Tax Reduction, but many eligible households are missing out. Discover if you qualify and how to claim support worth hundreds of pounds.

HMRC demands £992 from low-income savers

Thousands of low-income savers and pensioners face surprise tax demands of £992 due to the frozen personal allowance. Discover how you might be affected and what it means for your savings.

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.

Cold Weather Payment Alert Ahead of Arctic Blast

The DWP warns of potential Cold Weather Payments as temperatures are set to plummet below freezing next week. Low-income households could receive £25 support. Check if you're eligible.

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 surge to 8.3 million

UK Universal Credit claimants jump by over 1 million in a year to 8.3 million, with 49% having no work requirements. Experts question sustainability amid rising unemployment.

Labour to scrap two-child benefit limit

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, a key driver of child poverty, fulfilling Labour's pledge to support larger families.

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.

Universal Credit: DWP begins legacy benefits migration

The Department for Work and Pensions has started moving thousands of claimants from older benefits to Universal Credit in a massive nationwide overhaul affecting tax credits and income support recipients.

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