DWP PIP Payments Rise 3.8% - Up to £371 Extra
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms Personal Independence Payment rates will increase by 3.8% from April 6, 2026, with highest awards rising by approximately £371 annually.
Category : Social Issues
Valentine's Day Anti-Climax for 1 in 5 Brits
New research reveals 21% of Brits find Valentine's Day always disappointing, with 42% expecting to miss out entirely. Younger generations are driving a self-indulgence trend.
Universal Credit: £425 Monthly Rise Confirmed
Millions of Universal Credit claimants will receive a significant payment increase from April, with monthly standard allowances rising by nearly £25 for single claimants.
Universal Credit Payment Changes from April 2026
The DWP has confirmed a three-tier overhaul of Universal Credit from April 2026, featuring an above-inflation basic allowance rise, a CPI-linked increase for other elements, and a significant cut to the health top-up for new claimants.
Ella Thomas Splits from Footballer Lloyd Jones
Love Island star Ella Thomas appears to have ended her relationship with Charlton Athletic footballer Lloyd Jones eight months after going public, with social media clues pointing to a split.
Lucy Letby's Prison Life in Netflix Documentary
A new Netflix documentary reveals Lucy Letby's prison life through a personal letter to a friend, detailing her daily routine and emotional struggles.
DWP Urged to Change Pension Credit Rules for Mixed-Age Couples
The Department for Work and Pensions is under pressure to reconsider eligibility rules that prevent state pensioners with younger partners from claiming Pension Credit, a policy described as penalising couples.
Andrew and Epstein Threesome Allegation in Legal Letter
A newly revealed legal letter claims Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein asked an exotic dancer for a threesome at Epstein's Florida home in 2006, offering $10,000 payment.
State Pension Exempt from DWP Bank Account Checks (04.02.2026)
The Department for Work and Pensions will exclude the State Pension from new bank account verification measures targeting Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA from late February 2026.
Prisoner Suicide After Bullying at Midlands Jail
A sex offender took his own life at HMP Fosse Way after enduring sustained bullying and attacks from fellow inmates, with the coroner warning of systemic failures.
Jesy Nelson Reveals 'Traumatic' Reason for Split
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson discusses her difficult separation from fiancé Zion Foster following their twin daughters' rare genetic condition diagnosis.
Lucinda's Family Begs Fans to 'Be Kind' After Online Abuse
The family of Love Island All Stars contestant Lucinda Strafford has issued a heartfelt statement urging viewers to show kindness following a torrent of online abuse directed at her.
Jesy Nelson Breaks Silence on Zion Foster Split
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson discusses her split from fiancé Zion Foster, focusing on their twin daughters' SMA Type 1 diagnosis and co-parenting commitment.
DWP Ends Automatic Benefit Transfers to Scotland
The DWP has ended the automatic transfer of disability benefits to Scotland. Claimants moving north must now apply for devolved Scottish benefits to avoid payment gaps.
Walsall Mum Says Starmer Has 'Blood on Hands' After Murder
Siobhan Whyte demands accountability from Prime Minister Keir Starmer after her daughter Rhiannon was killed by a Sudanese asylum seeker at Bescot Station in 2024.
DWP Rule Change Backfires on 50,000 Claimants
A Department for Work and Pensions rule change lifting the two-child benefit limit will leave 50,000 low-income families with no financial improvement due to the benefit cap.
DWP Urged to Raise £10 Christmas Bonus to £180
An online petition calls for the DWP to increase the Christmas Bonus from £10 to £180 to reflect inflation, with over 4,500 signatures demanding change.
DWP Fraudster Avoids Prison, Repays £50 Monthly on £85k
Louise Stuart, 60, from Maryport, received a suspended sentence for stealing £85,000 in benefits while citing mental health issues, with repayment set at £50 monthly.
Autistic PhD Student is Miss Derbyshire Finalist
Emma Barker, a 26-year-old autistic woman from Derby, is breaking barriers as a Miss Derbyshire finalist while completing a PhD on autism awareness and representation.
Ex-BBC Host Charged with 30+ Historic Sex Offences
Brian Shuttlewood, 79, denies more than 30 allegations of sexual offences against children and adults spanning 18 years while he worked for BBC Radio Leicester.
60,000 Families Hit by Benefit Cap After Two-Child Limit Axe
While scrapping the two-child limit will boost income for 570,000 low-income households by 2030/31, 60,000 families will see gains reduced by an overall household benefit cap.
Zac Woodworth Shares Hair Transplant Before and After
Love Island All Stars contestant Zac Woodworth opens up about his preventative hair transplant in Turkey, sharing dramatic before and after results on social media.
DWP Benefit Payment Increases Confirmed for 2026
Millions of households across the UK will receive increased benefit payments from April 2026, with Universal Credit recipients getting an above-inflation boost.
Mum Homeless After Losing £250k to Online Romance Scammers
Jennifer Barton, 44, from Kidderminster, sold her home and car after being manipulated by fraudsters posing as Hollywood stars in a devastating two-year romance scam.
M6 Attracts Sex Workers to Walsall and Wolverhampton
Health officials report Walsall and Wolverhampton are seen as lucrative hotspots for sex work, with M6 access drawing workers from across the region.
Derbyshire Couple Die Days Apart in Maldives
A coroner hears how Elaine Richmond drowned scuba diving in the Maldives, followed by her husband Malcolm's death days later while awaiting repatriation.
Freeview TV Petition Hits 99k Signatures
A petition to save Freeview TV has reached 99,000 signatures amid fears the government could scrap terrestrial television in favour of internet-based services.
Eight Freebies for Universal Credit Worth £3,438
Universal Credit recipients can benefit from eight essential freebies and discounts in February, including energy grants, travel discounts, and school support, collectively valued at over £3,400.
Universal Credit Claimants Get £10bn Extra Benefits
A new report reveals DWP claimants receive seven additional benefits worth over £10bn annually, including free prescriptions and help with bills, prompting calls for welfare reform.
DWP PIP Face-to-Face Assessments Halve Under Labour
Official statistics reveal a dramatic reduction in in-person PIP assessments by the DWP, with remote methods now dominating. Critics question the scrutiny of claims.
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