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Universal Credit £312 annual increase confirmed

Millions on Universal Credit will receive an extra £312 yearly from April 2026 after DWP law change. Single claimants get £6 weekly boost as reforms ensure payments rise above inflation.

PIP benefits to increase by 3.8% in April

Millions on disability benefits will see a 3.8% payment increase from April 2025, adding up to £275 annually. Discover how the DWP's inflation-linked rise affects you.

State pension to rise by £575, confirms Rachel Reeves

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 annual increase for the state pension in the November Budget. The triple lock policy means millions will see payments rise to £12,548. Discover how this affects you.

10 DWP benefits set for April 2026 increase

Universal Credit, PIP and other key DWP benefits are set for a significant rise in April 2026 following the latest inflation figures. Find out how much more you could receive.

DWP Benefits Get 3.8% Increase Next April

Key DWP benefits including PIP and Carer's Allowance are set for a 3.8% increase next April, following the Labour government's November budget. Find out the new payment rates.

Universal Credit claimants surge to 8.3 million

UK Universal Credit claimants jump by over 1 million in a year to 8.3 million, with 49% having no work requirements. Experts question sustainability amid rising unemployment.

Labour to scrap two-child benefit limit

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, a key driver of child poverty, fulfilling Labour's pledge to support larger families.

Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March

New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.

Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises

Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.

DWP replaces sick notes in benefits shake-up

The government is replacing traditional sick notes with a new digital system designed to get people back to work faster. Find out how the major DWP changes will affect you.

Kitwave Profits Surge 15.5% Despite Market Headwinds

Wholesale distributor Kitwave reports remarkable 20.2% revenue growth and 15.5% profit increase, showcasing resilience through strategic acquisitions and operational excellence in challenging market conditions.

Universal Credit: DWP begins legacy benefits migration

The Department for Work and Pensions has started moving thousands of claimants from older benefits to Universal Credit in a massive nationwide overhaul affecting tax credits and income support recipients.

State Pension: £456 Annual Rise Coming in 2025

Millions of state pensioners across the UK are set for a significant income increase next year as the triple lock mechanism promises another substantial rise. Discover how this will affect your payments.

Energy Bills Hike: Major Suppliers Raise Prices

Millions of UK households face financial strain as British Gas, EDF, E.ON and Octopus Energy confirm energy price increases starting this autumn. Discover how this will impact your bills and what support is available.

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