DWP pays two benefits for obesity as millions affected
New DWP data reveals 4,413 people receive PIP for obesity, with 800 on ESA. A doctor links unemployment to the condition affecting 18.7 million UK adults. Read the full analysis.
New DWP data reveals 4,413 people receive PIP for obesity, with 800 on ESA. A doctor links unemployment to the condition affecting 18.7 million UK adults. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England plans to ease capital requirements for the UK's seven largest banks, the first such move since 2008, aiming to boost lending and economic growth. Read the full details.
Santander UK has passed the Bank of England's 2025 stress test, confirming its capital strength. The bank says customers can be confident it will continue lending. Read the full update.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is being paid automatically to eligible claimants, including those on PIP, DLA and ESA. Find out if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
New DWP data reveals a sharp 60% rise in PIP claims for obesity since 2019, with over 4,400 now receiving the benefit. Explore the regional breakdown and political response.
TalkTV's Peter Cardwell used a MyHeritage DNA kit, uncovering a saga of ancient ancestry, a lost WWII great-uncle, and living relatives across the globe. Discover your own story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves axes Motability Scheme for PIP claimants, calling it an 'easy win'. Critics warn cuts target the vulnerable. Read the full story.
A Shropshire man who lost his leg must repay £36,000 in Personal Independence Payment after the DWP saw him playing cricket. Discover the full story behind the benefits crackdown.
The DVSA is stepping up surveillance on illegal retrofit headlamp bulbs. Drivers caught using them face fines up to £2,500. New research confirms headlight glare is a serious issue for UK motorists.
Motoring expert Fuzz Townshend reveals how a 20p coin can check your tyre tread. Avoid a £2,500 fine and penalty points per tyre with this simple winter safety tip.
A former headhunter's life changed forever after collapsing with Sudden Death Syndrome. Discover how Paul navigated major heart surgery, a stroke, and financial hardship with DWP support.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus will be automatically paid to claimants of PIP, DLA, and Attendance Allowance in December. Find out if you qualify and why critics say the payment needs increasing.
Wiltshire Police launch roadside eyesight checks for drivers over 70. Those failing face DVLA referral. Ensure your vision meets legal standards this Christmas.
DWP announces 3.8% PIP increase from April 2026, with claimants receiving up to £194.60 weekly. Learn eligibility criteria and how to apply for Personal Independence Payment.
Disabled drivers on PIP will pay new electric vehicle mileage charge despite existing exemptions. Learn how the 2028 tax change affects you.
Over 50% of UK motorists report issues with blinding headlights, prompting safety calls. Experts urge drivers to get eye tests and demand government action on vehicle regulations.
PM Keir Starmer claims Conservatives plan to means test the state pension. Amid triple lock debates, Labour commits to the policy. Read the latest Westminster clash.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps £300m in tax breaks for the Motability scheme, removing 25 luxury models. Full list of affected cars revealed.
Ex-DWP policy head Matt Ryder urges Labour to push further on PIP reforms, calling recent luxury car cuts 'window dressing'. Read the full analysis.
A claimant's experience reveals stark contrast between DWP's PIP and Scotland's ADP, highlighting a more humane, conversational assessment process. Discover the difference.
BMW, Mercedes, and Audi are immediately removed from the DWP's PIP Motability Scheme. Discover the full list of changes and how it impacts UK manufacturing.
The DWP has immediately removed luxury car brands from the Motability Scheme, shifting focus to UK manufacturers. Learn how this PIP change affects you.
A major DVSA rule change for UK driving tests starts today, affecting 3.7 million learners. New requirements focus on high-speed rural roads to improve safety.
Major DVSA driving test changes begin 24 November, requiring longer time on faster roads and fewer stops. Learn how this aims to improve road safety for new drivers.
DWP confirms 3.8% PIP increase for 3.8 million claimants from April 2026. Major Timms Review into disability benefit reform launched, co-produced with disabled people.
The DVSA has issued its most alarming MOT test warnings after discovering dangerous DIY repairs including duct-taped seatbelts and fuel tanks held by fuse wire. Learn how to keep your vehicle safe.
New DWP figures reveal for every disabled person entering work, another leaves. Experts warn against benefit cuts and call for flexible work reforms. Read the full analysis.
The DWP has announced the first full review of Personal Independence Payment, co-chaired by disabled experts. Find out how this historic change puts lived experience at the forefront.
Lighting and signalling issues are the most common reason for MOT failure. Learn simple weekly checks to ensure your car passes its annual roadworthiness exam.
A cancer patient battling the disease for 10 years describes how their DWP PIP assessment dismissed their struggles, leaving them feeling completely invalidated despite advanced illness.