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.
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Taxi Tax: 20% VAT to Push Fares Up by 15%
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget introduces a 20% VAT on private hire vehicles, dubbed the 'taxi tax'. Firms warn it will increase fares by 15%, impacting Uber and Bolt users. Read the full story.
Midlands Police Day of Action on Road Safety
West Midlands Police launch a major day of action targeting dangerous and uninsured drivers. The operation involves drones, police dogs, and multi-agency teams to improve road safety.
Three Tax Hikes Expected in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to outline the Autumn Budget, with financial experts warning of potential rises in VAT, Income Tax, and National Insurance. Get the latest updates.
59 taxi firms condemn Labour's 20% VAT 'taxi tax'
A planned 20% VAT on private hire vehicles faces a major backlash, with warnings it will disproportionately impact elderly, disabled, and rural passengers. Read the united call to scrap the tax.
Get a DWP Budgeting Advance up to £812
Households on Universal Credit and four other benefits could be eligible for a one-off DWP Budgeting Advance of up to £812 for emergency costs. Check your eligibility now.
Three groups risk missing £25 DWP cold payments
Learn which three groups could miss out on automatic £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments and what steps to take to ensure you receive the support during the UK cold snap.
Former Walsall Tory Councillor Joins Advance UK Party
Former Conservative councillor Jade Chapman defects to right-wing Advance UK, claiming British people are 'pushed to the back of the queue'. Read the full story.
1 Million Pensioners Missing £110 Weekly DWP Payments
More than a million UK state pensioners could claim extra £110 weekly through DWP's Attendance Allowance. Check eligibility for this non-means-tested support.
DWP £749 Payments for Musculoskeletal Conditions
Over 1.2 million people in the UK are receiving DWP PIP payments of up to £749 for over 85 musculoskeletal conditions. Discover if you are eligible for this vital financial support.
13 Heart Conditions for £187 Weekly DWP PIP
The DWP has revealed 13 cardiovascular conditions making people eligible for PIP of up to £187.45 a week. Check if you qualify for this essential financial support.
HMRC reclaims £300 winter payments from pensioners
HMRC begins deducting up to £300 from state pensioners' accounts from Monday. Learn if you're affected and how the new Winter Fuel Payment system works.
Cold Weather Payment Alert Ahead of Arctic Blast
The DWP warns of potential Cold Weather Payments as temperatures are set to plummet below freezing next week. Low-income households could receive £25 support. Check if you're eligible.
Over a Third of UK Pubs Risk Closure, Warns BII
The British Institute of Innkeeping warns 35% of pubs could close without immediate government intervention in the Autumn Budget. Urgent tax cuts are needed.
MPs call for VAT cut for hospitality sector
Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
Energy bills could be cut by £200 in Budget
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash energy bills by up to £200. Key measures include VAT cuts and removing green levies. Find out how this affects you.
48 health conditions for £5,700 DWP payment
Discover the 48 health conditions that could secure you up to £5,740 a year from the DWP's Attendance Allowance. Over 1.7 million pensioners already claim. Check your eligibility now.
DWP confirms £10 Christmas Bonus payments
The DWP will issue £10 Christmas Bonus payments to pensioners and disabled claimants in December. Find out if you qualify and how to claim.
BAE Systems: US Shutdown May Delay Payments
Europe's top defence contractor, BAE Systems, warns the record US government shutdown could delay contract funding and payments. Read the latest on the potential impact.
State Pension £575 boost date confirmed for 2026
Millions of UK retirees will see state pension payments rise by £575 annually from April 6, 2026. Discover how the triple lock mechanism delivers this 4.8% increase.
Birmingham £200 DWP hardship payments start arriving
Birmingham households begin receiving £200 hardship grants from today. Funded by DWP, these payments help cover food and energy costs. Check your eligibility now.
Warning as 622,000 Universal Credit payments stopped
Over 622,000 Universal Credit claimants had payments stopped by the DWP for missing interviews. Learn how to avoid sanctions and protect your benefits.
HMRC reviews 23,500 suspended child benefit payments
HMRC has apologised and launched an urgent review after incorrectly suspending child benefit for thousands. The tax office vows to update its anti-fraud process. Read the latest.
Mum on £4,300 benefits begs for boob job money
A TikTok creator receiving £4,300 monthly in Universal Credit has run out of cash and is now crowdfunding for cosmetic surgery, sparking widespread public outrage.
Bank of England Plans New Stablecoin Regulations
The Bank of England sets out 2025 stablecoin regime to ensure financial stability and foster innovation in UK payments. Public consultation open until February 2026.
Autumn Budget VAT Raid Could Target Taxi Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may impose VAT on private hire fares, risking a 20% price hike. Industry experts warn this could devastate the sector and reduce cab usage. Read the full analysis.
HMRC slashing state pensions by up to £3,300
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.
DWP's PIP shake-up threatens thousands with benefit loss
Exclusive: Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment could see thousands lose crucial financial support as government plans new assessment criteria.
Over-80s Pension Boost: How to Claim Extra £101 Weekly
Discover how thousands of Britons over 80 could be missing out on extra state pension payments worth over £100 weekly. Our guide explains eligibility and the simple claims process.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
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