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 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.
The DWP will stop Universal Credit payments, worth over £800 a month, to killers and violent offenders detained in hospital. The move closes a legal loophole.
Christopher Proctor, now Daniel Travis, receives further prison term for assaulting a two-year-old. The survivor's powerful court statement reveals lasting trauma. Read the full story.
Labour is being urged to consider lifetime driving bans for drink and drug drivers who kill. A legal expert argues for a new 'presumption' of bans to prevent tragedies.
A major police cordon remains on Olton Boulevard East in Acocks Green following a serious incident. Get the latest updates and witness reports from the scene.
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 62-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the A449 Stafford Road in Wolverhampton. Police are appealing for dashcam footage and witnesses.
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.
Anthony Lomas, 59, has been sentenced after being found guilty of two counts of rape and four counts of sexual assault. Staffordshire Police praised the survivor's bravery.
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.
A doctor training to be a consultant caused a head-on collision while over twice the legal alcohol limit. The taxi driver suffered fractures and a long recovery. Read the full court details.
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.
Police have arrested six people aged 17 to 25 after a 16-year-old girl was found with serious wounds in a Midlands town. She is in a stable but serious condition in hospital.
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.
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.
Majinder Singh Virk sentenced for dangerous driving after hitting moped rider in Bilston. The victim suffered catastrophic injuries and now lives with a permanent disability.
A 22-year-old man is in custody after a victim was found with serious injuries on Tansley Road, Kingstanding. Police are investigating and the road remains closed.
Staffordshire Police are investigating after a man in his 60s was discovered with serious injuries on a Stoke-on-Trent road in the early hours of Christmas Day. Officers urge witnesses to come forward.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's visa ban threat prompts Angola and Namibia to cooperate on deportations. The DRC faces sanctions for non-compliance. Read the latest on UK immigration policy.
West Midlands Police appeal for public help to locate suspects wanted for serious crimes including robbery and assault. See the images and share information anonymously.
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.