The DWP has clarified how claimants of Universal Credit, PIP, and Pension Credit can receive lump sum back payments following a successful mandatory reconsideration of a benefit decision.
The DWP is issuing multiple £25 Cold Weather Payments to eligible households on six key benefits as freezing temperatures grip the UK. Find out if you're eligible and how it works.
Households on Universal Credit or Pension Credit could access over £3,400 in support this January, including energy grants, broadband discounts and school meal savings. Check your eligibility now.
New claimants with health conditions will see Universal Credit support halved from April 2026, a cut of £2,652 per year. The DWP defends the move, while critics warn it will push thousands into poverty.
Thousands on Pension Credit and Universal Credit receive automatic £25 payments as freezing temperatures trigger DWP support. Find out if you're eligible.
Over 670,000 UK households on benefits like Pension Credit and Universal Credit are receiving £25 Cold Weather Payments. Find out if you qualify and how the scheme works.
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for 441 postcodes, providing £25 to vulnerable households. Find out if you're eligible and when you'll be paid.
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 confirms state pension and benefits like Universal Credit will be paid early due to New Year bank holidays. Find out if you're affected.
Octopus Energy has dramatically accelerated its refund process, with customers now able to receive energy credit payments back to their bank accounts in as little as one day. Learn how to claim yours.
State pensioners can claim over £2,500 in freebies and discounts this December, from free prescriptions to help with energy bills. Check your eligibility now.
Millions on Universal Credit must report 17 key changes or face penalties, court action and payment reductions. Learn the crucial rules to protect your benefits.
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.
Young benefits claimants face a new DWP 'ultimatum' under a Youth Guarantee scheme. Learn how this rule change aims to cut welfare and its impact. #UKNews
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies how the scrapping of the two-child benefit limit in the Autumn Budget will affect UK households. Find out what changes and what it means for your family finances.
A Welsh family will see their benefits rise to £2,770 a month after the Chancellor scrapped the two-child benefit cap. Discover how this change impacts millions.
A mother of two autistic sons shares her anxiety after the Budget offered little for disabled families facing rising costs and potential benefit cuts. Read her story.
New DWP powers allow bank account checks on Universal Credit claimants. MPs warn of 'mass fishing' operations and threats to civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
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.
A Monmouth mother-of-five estimates her family will gain £900 monthly after Rachel Reeves abolished the two-child benefit cap. Discover how this budget change impacts families.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a DWP fraud crackdown aiming to save £1.2bn. The Targeted Case Review scheme will investigate Universal Credit claims. Read the full details.
Millions on Universal Credit and benefits will see payments increase next year, while the Cash ISA allowance is cut to £12,000. Get the latest on the Autumn Budget changes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the two-child benefit cap will be scrapped, giving thousands of families a major Universal Credit increase from April next year.
Thousands of DWP staff are set to walk out in January 2026, threatening chaos in Jobcentres and benefit offices. The PCS union says workers are struggling with debt and using foodbanks.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move that will directly help 67,230 of Birmingham's poorest children and their families.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to make the Help to Save scheme permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a potential £1,200 tax-free bonus. Learn how this budget announcement impacts you.
The DWP launches a benefits crackdown targeting Universal Credit and ESA, as figures reveal 5 million people have no work requirement. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights a DWP crackdown on Universal Credit fraud, aiming to save £1.2bn. Claimants are told to gather financial evidence to avoid penalties.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the controversial two-child benefit cap, giving Universal Credit claimants up to £586 extra per month. Find out how this affects you.
The DWP is softening Universal Credit sanctions for over 560,000 claimants, replacing payment stoppages with non-financial penalties. Discover the new rules effective from November 26.