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TRNSMT Festival 2026 dates confirmed for Glasgow

Glasgow's flagship music festival TRNSMT will return to Glasgow Green from July 10-12, 2026, with early bird tickets going on sale soon and headliner announcements expected later this year.

Lloyds announces 21 bank branch closures for 2025

Major banking shake-up as Lloyds reveals 21 branches across England and Wales will shut their doors permanently in early 2025, with Halifax and Bank of Scotland locations also affected.

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.

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.

Blue Badge Access Under Threat for Millions

A major overhaul of the PIP assessment system could strip millions of disabled people of their Blue Badge parking rights, sparking widespread concern among disability advocates.

Empty Shoes Protest Reveals SEND Crisis Across UK

Families across England and Scotland are placing empty children's shoes outside council buildings in a poignant protest against special educational needs funding cuts and support failures.

DWP PIP shake-up: Mobility payment cuts loom

Exclusive: Major changes to PIP assessment criteria could see thousands of claimants lose vital mobility support as government pushes forward with disability benefit reforms.

Six benefits see major payment increases from April

Millions of Brits receiving key benefits including Universal Credit and State Pension will see significant payment increases from April 2024. Discover which six payments are rising and how much extra you could receive.

48 Health Conditions That Qualify for DWP Support

Discover the comprehensive list of 48 health conditions that could make you eligible for crucial financial support from the DWP, including mental health conditions and physical disabilities.

ESA claimants warned: Payments could stop

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.

TDS expands to Scotland with 50 new tech jobs

Leading technology consultancy TDS is expanding its Scottish operations with a new Glasgow hub, creating 50 high-skilled jobs and boosting Scotland's digital economy.

DWP announces PIP overhaul for six health conditions

The Department for Work and Pensions is streamlining Personal Independence Payment claims for people with specific health conditions, potentially cutting waiting times and reducing assessment requirements.

DWP Announces Major PIP Benefits System Review

The Department for Work and Pensions has launched its most significant Personal Independence Payment review in years, examining how support is delivered to disabled people across the UK.

DWP plans to scrap sickness benefit - 450,000 at risk

Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is considering abolishing the Work Capability Assessment, putting vital benefits for seriously ill and disabled claimants in jeopardy. Charities warn this could plunge thousands into poverty.

Three DWP Benefits Paying Up to £737 Monthly

Exclusive investigation reveals how thousands are missing out on vital DWP support including Attendance Allowance, Carer's Allowance and Pension Credit during financial squeeze.

MPs Demand Urgent PIP Assessment Overhaul

A damning parliamentary report exposes the devastating impact of PIP assessments on vulnerable claimants, with MPs calling for immediate reform of the 'adversarial' system.

Lloyds Bank shutting 218 branches across UK

High street banking continues its dramatic transformation as Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to close 218 branches, affecting communities nationwide while accelerating digital shift.

Reeves urged to scrap disability benefit rule

Exclusive: Motability demands immediate action as disabled drivers face losing vehicles due to outdated DLA-to-PIP reassessment rules, creating financial hardship and mobility crisis.

Grandmother found dead on remote Scottish island

The mysterious death of 74-year-old grandmother Anne Callaghan on the isolated Isle of Lismore has left her family devastated and searching for answers as police continue their investigation.

Wetherspoon worker wins £25k discrimination case

A former Wetherspoon employee has been awarded £25,000 after winning a disability discrimination claim against the pub chain over accessibility issues at a Birmingham city centre location.

DWP warning over PIP form errors costing thousands

Exclusive: Thousands of Britons are making critical mistakes on PIP application forms, potentially losing thousands in vital support. Experts reveal the common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

DWP told to tighten PIP benefit assessment rules

Government ministers demand urgent reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments after investigation reveals vulnerable claimants being unfairly denied essential support.

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