Key DWP benefit payment dates change over New Year period
The DWP confirms earlier payments for State Pension, Attendance Allowance & Pension Credit due between 24 Dec 2025 & 2 Jan 2026. Check if you're affected and what to do if payment is late.
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State pensioners to get £114.60 Attendance Allowance hike
The DWP has announced a 4.8% rise in Attendance Allowance payments for state pensioners, with new rates effective from April 6. Find out how much you'll get.
Councillor has lowest attendance rate in Herefordshire
A review reveals a Herefordshire councillor missed twice as many meetings as he attended in 2025. Discover the full story and see who had perfect attendance.
Expert: Scrap attendance awards, allow mental health days
Parenting expert Abi Clarke argues 'good attendance' awards are harmful and primary pupils need mental health days to prevent severe burnout. Discover her call for change.
Barry Couple's £13k Legacy for Wales Air Ambulance
Tributes paid to Howard and Carol Hamilton, passionate Wales Air Ambulance fundraisers from Barry who raised over £13,000. The 'lovely' couple passed away within ten months.
Council 'Paralysed' After Mass Resignations
Shirebrook Town Council left unable to function after 11 councillors quit. Bolsover District Council appoints temporary members to restore operations. Read the full story.
DWP: No Need to Pay for Attendance Allowance Support
The DWP has issued a stark warning to state pensioners not to pay for help with Attendance Allowance claims, as free support is widely available. Over 1.7 million people currently receive the benefit.
DWP announces 3.8% benefit increase from April 2026
The DWP has confirmed a 3.8% increase in weekly payments for PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance, and Carer's Allowance, effective April 2026. See the new rates and how they affect you.
Pensioners can claim £441 a month, savings ignored
Thousands of UK pensioners could be missing out on up to £441 a month in Attendance Allowance from the DWP. This non-means-tested support is available for common conditions like arthritis. Discover if you qualify.
Extra £441 Payment for State Pensioners Explained
Thousands of UK state pensioners could be eligible for an extra £441.60 payment every four weeks. Attendance Allowance helps with personal care costs and is not means-tested. Find out if you can claim.
13m Pensioners Eligible for Unclaimed Benefits
Over 13 million state pensioners in the UK could be eligible for crucial financial support, including Pension Credit, Council Tax help, and heating cost assistance. Check your eligibility now.
DWP: No Motability Scheme for Attendance Allowance
The DWP has ruled out expanding the Motability Scheme to include Attendance Allowance, stating it lacks a mobility component. Find out what this means for claimants.
48 health conditions for £5,700 DWP Attendance Allowance
Thousands may be missing out on up to £5,740 a year in DWP Attendance Allowance. Discover the 48 qualifying health conditions and see if you or a loved one is eligible.
1.1m Missing Out on £110 Weekly DWP Attendance Allowance
Over a million UK pensioners are missing out on a vital DWP benefit worth up to £110.40 per week. Learn about Attendance Allowance eligibility, rates, and how to claim.
Arthritis pensioners may claim £441 monthly DWP benefit
Hundreds of thousands of UK state pensioners with arthritis could be eligible for up to £441.40 per month in Attendance Allowance. Discover if you qualify for this non-means-tested support.
Birmingham councillor steps down after poor attendance record
Labour councillor Jack Deakin resigns from Birmingham City Council after attending just two meetings in two years. The move leaves his ward without a representative for six months.
Birmingham councillor steps down after months of no-shows
Labour councillor Jack Deakin resigns from Birmingham City Council after attending just two meetings in a year. Residents left without representation for six months.
Former Labour councillor in court over honeytrap plot
Oliver Steadman, 28, faces blackmail and communications charges linked to an alleged Westminster honeytrap scandal. He will next appear in February.
Pensioners miss £10k in DWP benefits
UK retirees are missing out on £10,000 a year from two underclaimed DWP benefits: Attendance Allowance and Pension Credit. Check your eligibility now.
Tributes for former Birmingham Lord Mayor Randal Brew
Tributes pour in for former Birmingham Lord Mayor and Conservative councillor Randal Brew OBE, hailed as a 'true gentleman' who served Northfield. Share your memories.
DWP's £10 Christmas Bonus for PIP and DLA claimants
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.
48 Health Conditions Qualify for £441 DWP Payment
State pensioners with any of 48 health conditions could claim up to £441 every four weeks via Attendance Allowance. Check your eligibility now for this non-means-tested support.
DWP's £442 payments for 48 health conditions
The DWP is providing tax-free payments of up to £442 to people with 48 different health conditions. Discover if you qualify and how to claim this vital support.
Fourth Walsall Tory councillor resigns from party
Councillor Vera Waters resigns from Walsall Conservatives, citing a party that has 'lost its way'. She is the fourth to leave in a year amid deselection turmoil.
Councillor knocks out bystander at cricket event
A Birmingham councillor accidentally struck a woman with a cricket ball during a park facility opening, leaving her briefly unconscious. Read the full story.
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.
Pensioner's life transformed by £5,740 benefit claim
A retired cancer survivor from Berkshire, struggling with just £10 after bills, secured £5,740 a year after a quick call to Age UK. Discover how 1.1 million Brits could be missing out.
DWP £10 Christmas Bonus for disability benefits
The DWP confirms a one-off £10 Christmas Bonus for PIP, DLA and Attendance Allowance claimants arriving in December. Find out if you qualify and why the payment faces criticism.
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.
1.1m Pensioners Urged to Claim £110 DWP Allowance
Over a million state pensioners are missing out on up to £110.40 per week from DWP's Attendance Allowance. Check your eligibility and apply now to boost your income.
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