DWP Responds After 60,000 Sign Petition Against PIP and DLA Changes
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a response after a petition against Motability Scheme changes for PIP and DLA claimants gained 60,000 signatures.
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40 Years in Work: Youth Unemployment Needs Strategy
Reflecting on 40 years since starting work, a journalist contrasts the ease of entry-level jobs in the past with today's youth unemployment crisis, calling for a cohesive strategy.
Wes Streeting Urges National Insurance Cut for Businesses
Labour MP Wes Streeting calls for a targeted reduction in employers' National Insurance to incentivise hiring, sparking debate on tax changes and economic impact.
State Pensioners Born Before 1951 Get £739 in June
State pensioners born before 1951 are set to receive £739.60 DWP payouts in June, following the April uprating of the basic State Pension.
Parents Face £160 Fines for June and July Holidays
From August 2024, parents in England face £160 fines for taking children out of school for holidays in June or July, following a rule change under Labour.
Drug-Driving Offences Nearly Five Times More Common Than Drink-Driving
Repeat drug-driving offences are almost five times more common than drink-driving, according to RAC data. Campaigners urge equal treatment as drug-impaired drivers pose similar risks.
Saturday Job Rule Could Solve DWP Benefits Crisis
Former minister Alan Milburn says a Saturday job rule could help 1 million young people trapped on benefits, urging a shift from welfare to work.
DWP Launches £2.5bn Youth Guarantee for 1 Million
The DWP has announced a £2.5 billion Youth Guarantee to ensure one million young people access employment, training, or education, with ex-M&S chief Marc Bolland leading reforms.
HMRC Sends £359 Double Child Benefit Payment in June
HMRC is issuing a bumper £359 payment to certain Child Benefit claimants in June due to five Mondays, resulting in two payments within one month.
Driver Jailed After Mobile Phone Crash Into Takeaway
Daniel Mohammed, 21, was jailed for 26 months after crashing into a Stoke-on-Trent takeaway while using his mobile phone, leaving his passenger with serious injuries.
DWP Told to Overhaul Universal Credit as 59% Back Jobs Focus
A thinktank urges the DWP to focus on jobs over benefits, stating that hitting the 80% employment target could cut Universal Credit costs by £10bn. A poll shows 59% support tackling root causes.
DWP Six-Week Rule for 300,000 Benefits Claimants
The DWP announces 300,000 extra work placements for young NEETs, with six-week training schemes and guaranteed job interviews to tackle youth unemployment.
DWP urged to remove 100,000 young from Universal Credit
The DWP is urged to help 100,000 young people stuck on Universal Credit since age 18. Data shows 124,164 under 25 have been claiming for years.
18,000 Birmingham Families Eligible for Extra DWP Cash
Nearly 18,000 families in Birmingham on Universal Credit can now claim extra cash after the two-child cap was scrapped, sparking anger among workers who call the situation unsustainable.
DWP Plan: Extra £339 Weekly for Universal Credit Claimants
DWP plans could introduce a bursary for 16 and 17-year-olds, offering parents extra £339 per week to encourage apprenticeships under welfare reforms.
Average Hours Needed to Pass Driving Test Revealed
A driving instructor shares that most learners need 45 hours with a pro and 22 hours of private practice, but one student thought she had 100 hours when she only had 21.
Santander offers £100 or £150 cashback on life insurance
Santander is offering £100 or £150 cashback to customers taking out a new life insurance policy. Eligibility and payment details explained.
Birmingham Man Faked Own Death for Insurance Claim
A 24-year-old Birmingham man has been arrested on suspicion of fraud after allegedly faking his own death in Nigeria to claim a life insurance policy. City of London Police made the arrest.
1.25 million young people could be jobless by 2031
A new report warns that 1.25 million young people will be out of work, education or training by 2031 unless urgent action is taken, calling current systems unfit for purpose.
Occupational Therapists Key to Cutting UK Unemployment
Occupational therapists could be the missing link to reduce unemployment by helping people with health conditions return to work, experts say.
Tesco Clubcard Holders: Check Accounts Before £17m Expires
Tesco shoppers are urged to check their Clubcard accounts before £17 million in vouchers expire on May 31. Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert.com provides tips to extend expiry dates.
UK Households Warned of 'Tax Trap' as Side Hustles Rise
Millions of Brits are taking on extra work as wages fail to cover essentials, with experts warning of a tax trap. One in four adults now has a side hustle, often earning under £500 monthly.
Couple Defend 40-Year Mortgage Choice Despite Criticism
Bryony Clarke, 27, and her partner chose a 40-year mortgage to lower monthly payments, funding home improvements. Despite online criticism, they plan to overpay and retire early.
Meal Box Solves Dinner Dilemma in Birmingham
Discover how a new meal box service is tackling the 'what's for dinner' problem in Birmingham, offering convenient, healthy options.
Two Months of Childcare Left Me in £2,000 Debt Crisis
A single parent shares how two months of childcare costs plunged her into £2,000 debt amid the Cost of Living crisis, sparking warnings about rising nursery fees.
Next CEO Wolfson Attacks Labour's Zero-Hours Reforms
Next CEO Lord Wolfson warns Labour's zero-hours contract reforms will reduce flexible hours for staff, especially students, and hurt customers. He urges reversal of employment taxes.
Nationwide £100 Fairer Share Bonus: Act by June 8
Nationwide warns customers to act by June 8 to receive the £100 Fairer Share bonus or decline. Payments of £440m will be made to over 4m members by June 30.
UK's 10 Most Stolen Dog Breeds: Four Dogs Stolen Daily
Over 1,600 dogs were stolen in the UK in 2025, with French Bulldogs topping the list. Despite an 11% decline in thefts, four dogs are still taken every day.
HMRC Warning for State Pensioners Still Working
HMRC issues guidance for state pensioners considering working while drawing their pension, covering tax and National Insurance changes.
Animals Cool Off with Frozen Treats at Safari Park
West Midlands Safari Park animals enjoy frozen treats to beat the UK heatwave. Photos capture elephants, lions, and penguins cooling off.
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