Councils told to give cash payments for household emergencies
Low-income households to receive direct cash payments for crises like boiler breakdowns under new £1bn fund. No application needed. Find out if you qualify.
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New £1bn Crisis Fund Offers Cash Support to All
A major new welfare scheme will launch in April 2026, providing direct cash payments to households in financial crisis, even if they are not on benefits. Discover how it works.
DWP Issues £50 Cold Weather Payments to Pensioners
Thousands of UK state pensioners receive bonus Cold Weather Payments after recent freeze. Find out if you qualify and when payments arrive.
Midlands Cold Weather Payments Triggered in Freeze
Temperatures set to plunge below zero across the Midlands, triggering £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments for eligible households. See the full list of affected postcodes.
Cold Weather Payments doubled to £50 for 31 UK postcodes
The DWP has increased Cold Weather Payments from £25 to £50 for 31 postcodes hit by severe winter weather. Check the full list to see if your area is eligible for the extra support.
Nationwide customers on course for £275 cash bonus
Nationwide Building Society's 'Fairer Share' initiative could see members receive a £100 bonus in 2026, with new joiners eligible for an extra £175 switch offer, totalling £275.
Nationwide warns of cash surge as branch closures bite
Nationwide reveals cash withdrawals hit a new high of £4.2bn in 2025, but warns the trend is 'exacerbated' by widespread bank branch closures. Discover the full story.
Cold Weather Payments 2026: Speed of £25 Payout
As a severe cold snap hits the UK, find out if you qualify for a £25 Cold Weather Payment, how quickly the cash lands in accounts, and how to check your eligibility.
Major Search at Bentley Bridge Canal in Wolverhampton
Police, fire and ambulance crews launched a major search in Wolverhampton after reports of a person in the canal near Bentley Bridge. No one was found. Get the latest updates.
Pensioners can claim £200 emergency cost-of-living payments
Low-income state pensioners struggling with bills can apply for emergency cash grants via the Household Support Fund. Local councils are distributing funds to help with heating and food costs.
DWP Confirms £25 Cold Weather Payments for Eligible Households
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.
DWP Cold Weather Payments triggered for UK households
The DWP has activated £25 Cold Weather Payments for eligible households as temperatures plummet. Find out if your postcode qualifies and how the scheme works.
Pensioners get surprise DWP payments on New Year's Eve
Some UK state pensioners and benefit recipients will see payments arrive early on 31 December due to the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your account and plan your budget.
Homeless to get £2,000 in UK-first cash trial
A UK-first trial will give 125 homeless people in London and Belfast £2,000 each with no spending rules. The study aims to see if direct cash improves long-term outcomes. #Homelessness #SocialPolicy
DWP confirms Christmas benefit payment date changes
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for benefits and State Pension over the 2025/2026 festive period due to bank holidays. Find out how to plan your finances.
DWP Issues Early State Pension for Christmas
Thousands of UK state pensioners receive payments early on Christmas Eve due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
DWP benefit payments arriving early for Christmas
Thousands of UK households will see DWP payments like Universal Credit and State Pension land early due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
State pensioners get early payments for Christmas
The DWP is issuing state pension and benefit payments early due to the bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
Historic Monarchs Feature on Festive Chocolate Coins
Chocolatier crafts giant edible coins of Henry VIII and Queen Victoria to celebrate a new banking hub in Essex. Discover the sweet link between cash, history, and Christmas tradition.
State Pension Christmas Payment Dates Changed
DWP confirms early state pension payments for Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Check if you're affected and plan your finances accordingly.
DWP shifts benefit dates for Christmas and New Year
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for State Pension and key benefits over the festive holidays to ensure claimants receive funds on time. Check the new schedule here.
Special £140 DWP payments available for UK households
UK households can claim special cost of living payments up to £140 in December via the Household Support Fund. Eligibility and amounts vary by local council. Find out if you qualify.
Get £515 Free Cash Before Christmas: 5 UK Schemes
Personal finance experts reveal five easy ways for UK households to claim up to £515 in extra cash before December 25, including bank bonuses and DWP payments.
Cash ISA Allowance Slashed to £12,000 in 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the cash ISA allowance will be reduced from £20,000 to £12,000 in April 2027. Find out how this tax-free savings rule change affects you.
Martin Lewis on 2027 Cash ISA Changes
Martin Lewis analyses the 2027 cash ISA allowance cut to £12,000 for under-65s, revealing a key 'win' for older savers. Discover what the Budget means for your tax-free savings.
Get £175 from Nationwide and NatWest bank switch
Switch your bank account to Nationwide or NatWest and get a free £175 bonus. Discover the eligibility criteria and how to claim this limited-time cash incentive.
DWP Changes December Benefit Dates for Christmas
The DWP is adjusting payment dates for 12 key benefits in December due to Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out when you'll be paid and what to do if your money is late.
Matty Cash Reveals Unai Emery's Aston Villa Demands
Aston Villa defender Matty Cash opens up about Unai Emery's intense tactical demands and how the manager has transformed Villa's playing style. Discover the secrets behind their success.
Cash ISA Warning: Savers Lose to Inflation
UK savers with Cash ISAs are losing real money as inflation outpaces interest rates. Discover how to protect your savings and beat the 3.6% inflation rate.
HMRC's 2027 ISA Crackdown: New Charges Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major ISA shake-up. From 2027, the cash ISA limit falls to £12,000, with new charges for 'cash-like' stocks and shares ISA holdings.
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