The DWP is contacting two million people on sickness benefits to discuss work support. The move is part of wider welfare reforms but faces criticism from disability charities. Read the full story.
The DWP gains powers to check claimants' bank accounts for six key details from 2026. Learn which benefits are targeted and what data will be shared.
The DWP gains new powers to check six key bank details of benefits claimants. Find out what information will be shared and what it means for you.
The government plans to stop serious offenders in hospitals from claiming Universal Credit, saving taxpayers thousands. Learn the details of the new crackdown.
Millions in the UK are failing to claim up to £9,500 in annual benefits. Use online calculators to check your entitlement and boost your income.
The DWP has announced a 3.8% rise in PIP and disability benefits from 6 April 2026. Weekly rates will increase, with the maximum four-weekly payment reaching £778.40. Find out your new rate.
The government has announced sweeping changes to Universal Credit and DWP benefits for 2026, including the end of legacy benefits and key payment adjustments. Discover how the new rules will affect you.
A list of 23 medical condition categories could make UK residents eligible for up to £368 per month via DWP's Employment and Support Allowance. Check if you qualify.
MPs slam DWP for 'unacceptably poor service' as PIP claimants face 16-week waits, risking debt and poverty. Read the damning report and government response.
Hard-up households in Kent on means-tested benefits are receiving £90 vouchers. The DWP's Household Support Fund scheme is now open for applications until 26 February 2026.
The DWP confirms 18 postcodes will receive a second £25 Cold Weather Payment this January. Find out if you're eligible and check the full list of qualifying areas.
HMRC plans to close a Cash ISA loophole, potentially hitting Birmingham households with a £162 tax charge. Learn how the 2027 reforms affect your savings.
Cambridgeshire Council is offering new £110 payments to residents on benefits like Housing Benefit and PIP. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply for the DWP Household Support Fund.
New DWP data shows psychiatric disorders account for 39% of Personal Independence Payment claims. Discover the most common qualifying conditions and how PIP support works.
The DWP confirms a near 50% cut to the Universal Credit health top-up for new claimants from April 2026, sparking criticism from MPs and disability groups. Read the full details.
UK pensioners aged 80+ with a low basic State Pension could be eligible for an annual top-up of £5,496.40. Learn the eligibility rules and how to claim this vital DWP support.
Millions on DWP benefits urged to verify receipt of £10 Christmas bonus. If missing, contact your Jobcentre Plus or Pension Service office immediately.
The DWP has issued a formal response after a charity report revealed nearly half of brain tumour patients had a bad experience with the benefits system. Discover the findings and the government's plans.
The DWP has issued an update on Attendance Allowance, DLA, and PIP following a 'serious' warning from a charity report on the financial impact of brain tumours. Learn about the findings and the government's response.
Millions on DWP benefits are urged to check accounts for a £10 Christmas Bonus payment. If missing, contact Jobcentre Plus or Pension Service on Friday, 2 January.
A £2bn tax loophole allows non-bank lenders to deduct car finance compensation from profits, cutting their tax bill. Calls grow for the government to act. Read the full story.
The Department for Work and Pensions has detailed a series of reforms aimed at making health and disability support 'more sustainable', including increased assessments and a 3.8% benefit rise. Discover the full update.
The State Pension and Universal Credit are set for significant payment boosts from April 2026, following the triple lock and inflation. Find out what it means for you.
The DWP has announced a 4.8% rise in Attendance Allowance payments for state pensioners, with new rates effective from April 6. Find out how much you'll get.
The DWP is urging nearly one million eligible pensioner couples over 66 to claim Pension Credit, a benefit worth up to £4,300 annually that also unlocks free TV licences and council tax reductions.
The DWP's decision to scrap the two-child benefit cap is sparking debate. Parents on Universal Credit share their stories of receiving up to £1,590 monthly. Read the full reaction.
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.
A major DWP policy shift sees benefits rise for families. A Leicestershire mum explains how the change impacts her life and finances. Read the full story.
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.
Company car drivers are using flexible leases to avoid a major tax increase on plug-in hybrids. Learn how the new Benefit-in-Kind rules work and the temporary relief period.