DWP Carer's Allowance scandal sparks major review
A damning report reveals systemic flaws in the DWP's handling of Carer's Allowance, leaving unpaid carers feeling 'criminalised'. Discover the findings and planned reforms.
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Carer loses home after ticking wrong DWP box
A 64-year-old carer was convicted of fraud and lost his home after a simple form error. Discover the systemic failures behind the Carer's Allowance scandal.
185,000 Carer's Allowance payments under DWP review
The DWP is reviewing Carer's Allowance overpayments for 185,000 unpaid carers, with debts potentially being written off. Discover the latest on this major policy shift.
UK Households Lose £2,980 in Tax Allowance Freeze
UK households are effectively losing £2,980 due to the frozen HMRC Personal Tax Allowance. Discover how this hidden tax rise impacts your income and who is affected most.
DWP to review Carer's Allowance overpayments
The DWP will reassess Carer's Allowance overpayment cases and issue refunds after admitting its guidance was unclear. Find out if you're affected.
HMRC to write off small tax bills for pensioners
HMRC announces it will not pursue hundreds of thousands of state pensioners for minor tax debts as pensions outgrow the frozen Personal Allowance. Discover the full story.
ISA Allowance Set to Be Halved in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to cut the tax-free cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £10,000 in Wednesday's Budget. Experts warn this is a major blow for UK savers. Read more and learn how to protect your savings.
Cash ISA Tax-Free Allowance Slashed to £12,000
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a cut to the cash ISA tax-free allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 in the Autumn Budget. Discover the impact on savers and the housing market.
State pensioners face tax threshold update in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to deliver Autumn Budget amid speculation of a Personal Tax Allowance hike for state pensioners. Will the triple lock push pensioners into a tax bill?
DWP crackdown targets two benefits as claims soar
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.
DWP announces mass Carer's Allowance reassessments
The DWP will reassess hundreds of thousands of Carer's Allowance cases after a review uncovered government failures, with claimants facing huge overpayment demands.
Carers Face Prison in DWP Allowance Scandal
Unpaid carers face prosecution and huge debts due to DWP failures in the Carer's Allowance scandal. A damning review reveals systemic issues, with victims demanding justice.
HMRC to tax pensioners with average savings
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
5 million face HMRC bills as savings become taxable
Over 5 million UK households face unexpected tax bills as rising interest rates push non-ISA savings beyond the £1,000 Personal Savings Allowance. Act now to protect your savings.
Autumn Budget Sparks ISA Allowance Fears for Savers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may slash the Cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £10,000. Experts advise savers not to panic and avoid rash financial decisions ahead of the announcement.
Blackpool's £300 Household Support Fund for Pensioners
Blackpool Council launches Household Support Fund offering £200-£300 payments to residents in financial difficulty. Check your eligibility and apply now.
Martin Lewis warns pensioners over state pension tax
Money expert Martin Lewis explains why state pensioners may soon pay tax, even without other income. Learn how frozen thresholds and April's increase impact you.
Missing pregnant teen may be heading to Midlands
Police are searching for Kacey-Rae, 17, heavily pregnant and missing from Forest of Dean. She may be with George, 17, heading towards the West Midlands area. Call 101 with info.
Cash ISA Allowance Cut to £12,000 in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could slash the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000, impacting savers and mortgage markets. Discover the full implications.
Winter Fuel Payment: How to Spend Your £300
Discover how the Winter Fuel Payment offers flexible £300 support for older Britons. Learn creative ways to boost warmth and wellbeing beyond just energy bills.
Tax-Free Allowance Rises £3,130 for Blind People
HMRC increases the Blind Person's Allowance to £3,130, lifting the total tax-free personal allowance to £15,700. Discover if you're eligible and how to claim.
HMRC K Tax Codes Cutting Personal Allowances
HMRC is using K tax codes to recover historic debts via PAYE, effectively creating a negative Personal Allowance for some UK workers. Discover what this means and how to check your payslip.
HMRC: Say 'allocate tax-free allowance' on calls
HMRC advises thousands of UK households to use a specific four-word phrase when calling to resolve tax code issues. Learn how to update your tax-free allowance efficiently.
62% Tax Rate to Impact Millions of UK Workers
2.3 million UK taxpayers face 62% marginal rates as HMRC's £100,000 threshold freeze creates stealth tax. Learn how this affects families and what you can do.
HMRC's £2,000 pension cap sparks warning
The UK government's proposed £2,000 salary sacrifice cap could hinder retirement savings, experts warn. Discover the impact on your pension and what it means for your future.
ISA allowance cut risk in Autumn Budget, experts warn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces warnings over potential Cash ISA cuts from £20,000 to £10,000 in next week's Autumn Budget. Experts say this risky move could harm savers approaching retirement.
Petition demands £800 weekly Carer's Allowance from DWP
A Parliamentary petition calls for Carer's Allowance to rise to £800 weekly, highlighting the £83.30 current rate for 35+ hours of care. Read the full story and learn how this could impact UK carers.
DWP expands bank account checks for benefits
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
Free £252 payment for those earning under £12,570
Couples where one earns less than £12,570 could claim Marriage Allowance, saving £252 yearly. Over 2 million UK households are missing out on this tax break.
Reeves' Stealth Tax Raid on Millions of Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to extend the freeze on income tax bands, dragging millions into higher tax brackets. Discover how this stealth tax will affect your finances.
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