Cold Weather Payments doubled to £50 for 6,000 homes
The DWP has issued doubled £50 Cold Weather Payments to 6,000 households across 18 postcodes. Check the full list to see if your area is eligible for the increased support this winter.
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Teacher banned for life after child sex abuse convictions
Peter Jenkins, a former teacher from Solihull jailed for sickening sex attacks on young girls, has been banned from the profession for life. Read the full report.
Cold Weather Payments Triggered for 728 UK Postcodes
The DWP is issuing £25 Cold Weather Payments to 728 postcodes. Find out if your area is eligible for support with winter energy bills. Check the full list now.
Cold Weather Payments Triggered for 21 English Counties
Over 700,000 UK households are set to receive a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Check if your postcode is among the 697 areas affected across 21 counties.
Claim missing £300 Winter Fuel Payment by Jan 28
The DWP urges pensioners missing their Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300 to contact the helpline by January 28, 2026. Check eligibility and claim details here.
Teacher Strikes: 20 Schools Hit Over 9 Days in Jan 2026
NEU members at Arthur Terry Learning Partnership confirm nine days of strike action in January 2026, affecting 20 schools. Parents warned of disruption and possible closures.
453,000 expats denied state pension increase
Over 450,000 British pensioners living abroad will miss out on the April state pension rise, despite a £575 annual boost for UK residents. Campaigners demand an end to 'frozen' pensions.
539 postcodes get DWP Cold Weather Payments
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for 539 postcodes after freezing temperatures. Some areas will receive £50. Check the full list to see if you're eligible.
Teachers banned for child abuse keep pensions
Exclusive: Over 150 teachers barred for sexual misconduct since 2015, yet none have lost their taxpayer-funded pensions. Calls grow for urgent government action.
Birmingham misses out on DWP Cold Weather Payments
Revealed: The specific reason Birmingham residents are not receiving the £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment, while other West Midlands areas are. Find out the strict temperature rules.
Pensioner's six-month wait for DWP underpayment answer
A furious retiree waited half a year for the DWP to respond to a state pension underpayment query. Pensions expert Becky O'Connor intervened. Read the full story.
DWP Winter Fuel Payment Increase for State Pensioners
Thousands of state pensioners will see their Winter Fuel Payment rise by £100 to £300 this winter. Find out if your birth year qualifies you for the extra DWP support.
DWP January State Pension Dates Set by NI Number
Your National Insurance number's final two digits determine when your DWP state pension arrives in January. Learn your payment day and key pension facts.
MPs to debate four-day school week petition
MPs will debate a petition signed by thousands demanding a four-day school week to tackle teacher burnout. The government opposes the move, citing childcare and economic impacts.
DWP Christmas Bonus: 24 benefit groups warned to check
Recipients of 24 DWP benefits are urged to contact officials if their £10 Christmas Bonus hasn't arrived. Find out if you're eligible and what action to take.
Five West Midlands Teachers Banned for Misconduct
Five teachers from Birmingham and the West Midlands have been indefinitely banned from the classroom following proven misconduct, including inappropriate contact with pupils. Read the full details.
Bedbound woman told by DWP to get a job
A severely disabled woman from Worcester, who is largely bedbound, has had her Universal Credit suspended after the DWP said she was fit for work. Read her distressing story and the department's apology.
27% of Brits heavily rely on State Pension
New research reveals 27% of Britons are entirely or significantly reliant on the State Pension in retirement. Experts warn of the need for personal pension planning. Read more for analysis and advice.
4.3m workers spared from HMRC's £2,000 pension cap
HMRC's new salary sacrifice rule will protect 4.3 million pension savers but impact 3.3 million. Learn how the £2,000 allowance cap could affect your retirement savings.
New Year Seeks Surge in Expert Financial Advice
More UK households are starting 2026 by seeking expert financial guidance on pensions, mortgages, and savings. Discover how a free matching service provides clarity and a practical first step.
New £1,000 pension rule for UK savers announced
The government introduces a new £1,000 rule to consolidate small pension pots. Learn how this reform aims to boost retirement savings for millions.
Labour 'Work Underway' on WASPI Compensation
The Labour government is reconsidering DWP compensation for WASPI women. Pensions Minister confirms work is underway following new information. Read the latest update.
State pension age to rise from 66 to 67 starting 2026
The DWP confirms the state pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and 2028. Find out how the phased change affects your retirement plans.
Rachel Reeves refuses to commit to pensions tax lock
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for not guaranteeing pension tax rules, creating uncertainty for savers. Former ministers warn of damaging speculation. Read the full story.
Thousands get DWP benefits early due to New Year bank holiday
Thousands on Universal Credit and other DWP benefits will receive payments on December 31 instead of January 1 due to the New Year's Day bank holiday. Find out which benefits are affected and what support is available.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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