DWP training targets 2.8 million on long-term sick
The DWP is rolling out free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers to help small businesses support staff and reduce long-term sickness absences. Read the full story.
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Major Motability Scheme update for PIP claimants due
A significant update on the Motability Scheme is coming this Thursday, following Autumn Budget tax changes. The new Winter price list will be published on January 1.
Victim's trauma over 'broken' compensation system
A Birmingham woman stabbed 24 times calls for an overhaul of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority after facing a 'horrendously complex' process and years of delays.
Calls to Overhaul Traumatic Victims' Compensation Scheme
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is under fire for long delays and a complex process, with victims waiting years for decisions. MPs and advocates demand a fundamental review.
Car finance compensation deadline brought forward
UK drivers could receive £700 compensation faster for mis-sold car finance. The FCA has moved the deadline for firms to handle complaints forward by two months. Find out if you're eligible.
Major Review of DWP's £83 Carer's Allowance Overpayments
A major review finds 210,000 Carer's Allowance overpayments. The DWP will now reassess 185,000 cases. Discover the details and what it means for unpaid carers.
HS2 'destroys' village life as school shrinks and residents flee
A Warwickshire village is being 'destroyed' by HS2 construction, with a refugee saying the noise is louder than Kyiv bombs. The primary school is shrinking as families move away. Read the full story.
Lincoln DWP staff to strike for two weeks in office closure row
DWP urged to rethink Lincoln office closure as PCS union announces two-week strike from January 5th. Union says cost-cutting move 'makes little sense' and will lose vital experience.
Pensioners confused by DWP's £10 festive payment
UK state pensioners express confusion over a £10 DWP Christmas bonus, with critics calling the £186m annual cost wasteful. Discover the full story.
Calls to Scrap State Pensioner Christmas Bonus
A leading financial writer calls for the DWP to end the £10 Christmas Bonus for pensioners, calling it an unaffordable 'charade'. Read the full debate.
Pension rule change for part-time workers from 2026
Thousands of UK part-time workers will qualify for workplace pensions from April 2026, needing just 15 hours a week. Discover how the rising National Living Wage boosts retirement savings.
Car finance scandal victims 'to miss out on £500'
Millions of UK drivers face reduced compensation in the car finance mis-selling scandal, as legal experts criticise the FCA's proposed payout scheme. Discover your rights.
Pensioners to get £2,964 extra as state pension rises 4.8%
Millions of UK pensioners born after 1951 will receive an extra £2,964 next year as the state pension rises by 4.8%. Find out how the triple lock impacts your payments.
DWP home visits for benefit support start soon
The DWP is launching home visits to assist vulnerable households with benefit claims. Find out if you qualify, how visits work, and what happens during an appointment.
DWP Home Visits for Vulnerable Benefit Claimants
The DWP is rolling out home visits to help vulnerable people with benefit claims. Find out who is eligible and how the new support scheme works.
Your Christmas Travel Rights for Rail and Air Delays
Millions face Christmas travel disruption. Know your rights for compensation on delayed trains and flights. Plan ahead with expert advice from Quotezone.co.uk.
State Pension age to increase from 66 to 67
The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has commissioned a review to examine future sustainability. Learn what this means for you.
DWP under fire for 'misleading' Carer's Allowance claims
The DWP is facing criticism after a review found systemic failings in Carer's Allowance. Officials accused of downplaying the scale of the problem affecting thousands of families.
Over half of UK workers saving for retirement outside pensions
New research reveals a crisis in pension confidence, with 57% of employed Britons using alternative methods like cash ISAs and property to save for later life. Experts warn of a dangerous engagement gap.
Calls to scrap state pension triple lock perk
Experts urge DWP to replace the triple lock with a 'double lock', removing the minimum 2.5% rise. Analysis reveals the long-term cost to taxpayers and impact on pensioners.
Five Key Pension Changes Coming in 2026
State Pension to rise by 4.8% in April 2026, bringing a £574 annual hike. Discover all five major changes, including the pension age increase and new dashboard launch.
Manchester Arena bombing victims receive £20m damages
Sixteen victims of the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing have been awarded nearly £20 million in damages. The settlements follow a public inquiry that found serious security failings. Read the full story.
Willenhall businessman seeks £260k over railway disruption
A Willenhall businessman says his firm faces a 'slow and painful death' due to railway works, demanding £260k compensation. Read his story and the official response.
Carer's Allowance scandal sees DWP demand £1,500 repayments
Carers speak out after receiving brutal DWP letters demanding thousands in overpayments due to a 'cliff edge' earnings rule. Read the full story of the ongoing scandal.
DWP Winter Fuel & Christmas Bonus Payments Before Jan 1
Key DWP payments, including Winter Fuel Payments and the £10 Christmas Bonus, are due to land in bank accounts before January 1, 2026. Check the full list of qualifying benefits and payment details here.
Woman fined £365 for DWP Universal Credit fraud
A 64-year-old woman admitted dishonestly claiming benefits. Her case emerges as the government unveils new powers to disqualify serious fraudsters from driving.
DWP confirms early benefit payments for Christmas
Millions of DWP claimants will see their benefit payments arrive early due to the Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out the new payment dates and what to do if your money is late.
Govt plans to scrap unfair dismissal compensation cap
The Labour government is proposing to remove the £118,000 cap on unfair dismissal payouts, a move businesses fear could lead to unlimited compensation claims. Learn the details and timeline.
New Evidence in WASPI DWP Compensation Review
The government is reviewing its refusal to pay £2,950 WASPI compensation after new evidence came to light. Read the latest on the potential payout for 3.5 million women.
Labour warned over 'reckless' WASPI compensation U-turn
State pensioners warned a Labour U-turn on WASPI women compensation could cost £10.5bn. Experts call it a 'reckless' move that prioritises noise over fairness. Read the full analysis.
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