What 'DWP XB' on Your Bank Statement Means
The DWP's £10 Christmas Bonus has been paid. We explain the 'DWP XB' code on statements, eligibility criteria, and how it affects your other benefits.
The DWP's £10 Christmas Bonus has been paid. We explain the 'DWP XB' code on statements, eligibility criteria, and how it affects your other benefits.
State pensioners could get a £12,376 annual boost as Pension Credit rises 4.8% in April. Discover the seven extra benefits and how to claim your entitlement.
Five men arrested after a violent street fight in Nottingham city centre shocked Christmas shoppers. Police seek witnesses to the Wollaton Street affray.
Motorists are avoiding disqualification by claiming they rely on Motability cars. Courts are granting leniency, sparking a debate on preferential treatment and legal loopholes.
Shoppers are racing to Asda for massive Quality Street refill bags priced at only £4, offering the best value per 100g compared to Tesco and Aldi. Stock up now for Christmas!
DWP claimants risk having payments stopped if hospitalised over Christmas and fail to report it. Learn the crucial steps to protect your claim and avoid sanctions.
Ordnance Survey reveals the UK's most Christmassy street names, with Noel topping the list. Discover which festive roads and counties are celebrating all year round.
Official figures project a surge in DWP disability claimants, with one in eight UK households set to receive payments by 2030. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
A single mother's TikTok video detailing her £2,000 monthly benefits and £655 disposable income has ignited a fierce debate about the UK's welfare system. See the full breakdown.
Cheryl Drew, once labelled the 'benefits queen' for claiming £60k a year for 15 kids, now criticises Labour's plan to scrap the two-child benefit cap. She says handouts don't always help. Read her story.
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Birmingham's historic Digbeth district have been ranked among the UK's best high streets for independent shops favoured by Gen Z. Discover the creative hub's unique festive shopping experience.
Labour's DWP boss warns welfare shake-up is 'not done' as figures show 1.2 million claim sickness benefits for mental health. Read the latest on potential cuts.
Over a million UK pensioners are missing out on a vital DWP benefit worth up to £110.40 per week. Learn about Attendance Allowance eligibility, rates, and how to claim.
Official data shows four million people receive jobless benefits without needing to look for work, a rise of one million in a year. Political reaction and DWP response inside.
A new survey reveals the Birmingham streets women actively avoid after reporting catcalling, assault, and being followed. Calls grow for urgent safety improvements.
Labour orders a major review into how mental health conditions qualify for benefits. Discover the full list of conditions affected and what it means for claimants.
Erica Crompton explains why claiming benefits leaves her better off than a taxed wage, as the DWP faces a major welfare shake-up under Labour. Read her full story.
A Shropshire family fights the DWP's decision to strip disability benefits after a light-hearted cricket match video. The case raises questions about PIP assessments and adaptive sports.
Wes Streeting orders clinical review of mental health, autism and ADHD diagnoses as DWP sickness claims soar. Millions of claimants could be affected.
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden refuses to rule out benefit cuts, sparking fears for 24 million claimants. Read the full story and political reaction.
New DWP data reveals 4,413 people receive PIP for obesity, with 800 on ESA. A doctor links unemployment to the condition affecting 18.7 million UK adults. Read the full analysis.
Explore Digbeth, Birmingham's coolest neighbourhood, where vibrant street art and independent shops have been ranked among the UK's best for Gen Z. Discover the must-see murals.
Millions on qualifying DWP benefits will automatically receive a £10 Christmas bonus payment in early December. Find out if you are eligible for this festive financial support.
A benefits influencer helping people with ADHD claim DWP support criticises Labour's 'disgusting' cuts. Discover the impact on disabled claimants.
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.
James Turner Street in Winson Green is blighted by recurring fly-tipping, with councillors demanding deterrents like cameras. Report fly-tipping to help clean up the area.
The DWP confirms a £10 tax-free Christmas Bonus for millions on qualifying benefits. Payment is automatic for eligible claimants. Find out if you qualify.
Residents of James Turner Street in Birmingham give their mixed reactions to the Budget, with some welcoming extra funds and others calling the plans 'daft'.
Residents of Birmingham's James Turner Street, famed for Channel 4's Benefits Street, give mixed reactions to Rachel Reeves' Budget. Some welcome extra cash while others call it 'stupid'. Read their views.
Thousands warned as DWP confirms Income Support and Jobseeker's Allowance will end permanently in April 2026. Claimants urged not to ignore migration letters to Universal Credit.