The DWP is intensifying its 'Move to Universal Credit' programme, issuing migration notices to thousands. Failure to act could mean a total loss of financial support. Here's what you need to know.
A single mother's TikTok video detailing her £2,000 monthly benefits and £655 disposable income has ignited a fierce debate about the UK's welfare system. See the full breakdown.
Julie Prince, a civil servant from Somerset, reveals 80% of her salary goes on bills. She can't afford heating and is ineligible for Universal Credit due to her mortgage. Read her story.
The DWP has confirmed altered payment dates for State Pensions and benefits over Christmas and New Year. Find out when you'll be paid and which payments are affected.
Labour's DWP boss warns welfare shake-up is 'not done' as figures show 1.2 million claim sickness benefits for mental health. Read the latest on potential cuts.
Over 260,000 households save £325 on average via WaterSure. See if you qualify for the bill cap on Universal Credit, Pension Credit & other benefits.
Official data shows four million people receive jobless benefits without needing to look for work, a rise of one million in a year. Political reaction and DWP response inside.
The DWP has confirmed changes to benefit payment dates in December due to bank holidays. Universal Credit and PIP claimants should check when their money will arrive to budget for Christmas.
The DWP announces an £820m plan targeting youth unemployment. Young Universal Credit claimants offered jobs in construction and hospitality. Those who refuse support risk benefit sanctions.
Thousands on Housing Benefit or Universal Credit can apply for Discretionary Housing Payments, averaging £722. Learn eligibility and how to claim this vital rent support.
A think tank warns the Autumn Budget's welfare changes create a huge disparity, where non-working families could receive more than those in work. Read the full analysis.
Erica Crompton explains why claiming benefits leaves her better off than a taxed wage, as the DWP faces a major welfare shake-up under Labour. Read her full story.
The DWP is scrapping legacy benefits, forcing migration to Universal Credit. Campaigners warn disabled people are at high risk of destitution and harm as payments are terminated.
A single mother says she is 'fed up' after the DWP stopped her £189 Universal Credit nursery payment because she is unemployed. She now faces a £541 monthly bill alone.
Ebony Wood, 26, claims she was mass-reported to the DWP after posting ragebait TikToks trolling 9-to-5 workers. The 'benefit Queen' said she gets paid to stay home.
A low-paid carer cancels her family's benefits, including her autistic daughter's DLA, fearing new immigration rules will block her UK settlement. Experts warn of widespread discrimination.
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.
The DWP confirms managed migration of all ESA claimants to Universal Credit will be completed by March 2026. Find out how this affects your benefits and what you must do.
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.
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.
A Universal Credit claimant fights the DWP after payments were stopped over an alleged £16,000 in savings they insist they never had. Discover the full story and what to do if it happens to you.
Martin Lewis explains key benefit changes from the Autumn Budget, clarifying the end of the two-child limit for Universal Credit and what it means for you.
Universal Credit claimant Erica Cartier's £63 monthly increase is entirely consumed by new vaping taxes. Discover how the budget impacts welfare recipients.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.