DWP Consigns 957,000 Young People to Lifetime on Universal Credit
Almost a million young people aged 16-24 are NEET, with 957,000 on Universal Credit. DWP data shows 4.6% of 2020's 18-year-olds have been on benefits their entire adulthood.
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Arrogant drug dealer with Kinder egg cocaine jailed for 5 years
Christopher Dixon, 40, was jailed for five years after police found cocaine in a Kinder egg hidden in his underwear and a zombie knife in a storage unit.
Martin Lewis: Check for lost pensions of £10,000
Martin Lewis urges anyone who has moved house or changed jobs to check for lost pensions, with one viewer finding £45,000. Use free tools like the Pension Tracing Service.
Martin Lewis: 4 Water Bill Hacks to Save Hundreds
Martin Lewis shares four water bill hacks that could save UK households hundreds of pounds, including a meter switch that can save £600-700 a year.
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Birmingham headteacher urges free school meals for all primary kids
A Birmingham headteacher backs the No Child Left Behind campaign, urging the government to extend free school meals to all primary school children to tackle poverty and stigma.
Birmingham Unemployment Crisis: Two Areas Among Worst
Unemployment in Perry Barr and Ladywood has reached crisis levels, with over a quarter of residents out of work. Birmingham's overall rate is 13.6%, double the regional average.
Couple Bought £170k Home at 19 by Cutting Four Expenses
Paulina and Stanley Gammon saved £20k in seven months to buy a three-bedroom house at age 19 without parental help, cutting nights out, dining, clothes, and holidays.
FCA Review: £829 Car Finance Payout Claims
The FCA launches a review into claims management companies amid concerns over misleading practices in the £829 car finance scandal payout process.
Martin Lewis: How Much to Save for Your Pension
Martin Lewis explains the rule of thumb for pension savings: half your age when you start contributing. He also discusses state pension requirements and National Insurance.
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Confidence and Age Hinder Brits from Starting Businesses
A poll of 2,000 adults reveals that while confidence and age are concerns, lack of funding is the top barrier to starting a business. 60% cite money as the main obstacle.
DWP Urged to Cut Payments for 660,000 Claimants
The DWP faces calls to reduce welfare payments for 660,000 households receiving more than the average worker's salary, deemed an 'unsustainable moral crisis'.
DWP Announces 6 Changes for 4 Million PIP Claimants
The DWP's Timms Review into PIP introduces a six-part evidence programme to gather diverse perspectives. Four million claimants may see changes.
Tories Plan to Cut DWP Benefits for 300,000 in Crackdown
The Conservative Party proposes reforming the benefits cap to save £1bn, affecting over 300,000 households by closing loopholes that allow non-working adults to claim unlimited payments.
Martin Lewis Summer Flights Fuel Warning
Martin Lewis warns holidaymakers about risks of DIY bookings amid potential jet fuel shortages and flight cancellations this summer.
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Champions Speakers Wins SME of the Year at British Business Awards
Champions Speakers, a global keynote speaker agency with an East Midlands office, was named SME of the Year at the British Business Awards, with the award presented by George Clooney.
New Spring Cost-of-Living Payments Announced for May
The UK Government launches new spring cost-of-living payments in May, offering grants from local councils to help struggling households with essentials like food and energy.
DWP Sickfluencer Boasts 100% PIP Success Rate
A DWP sickfluencer claims 100% success rate for PIP claims by exploiting the points system. PIP claims among working-age people have more than doubled since the pandemic.
Teacher Keeps Job After Drink-Driving at Reunion
Stephen Metcalfe-Taylor, a 'much-loved' Birmingham teacher, was caught drink-driving after consuming six to eight pints at a 20-year reunion. Despite the offence, he has been allowed to keep his job.
Procure Smart Creates 40 Jobs in Newcastle Office Launch
Procure Smart is creating 40 jobs with a new Newcastle office. The Sunderland-based utilities specialist expands after launching Switch Savvi and SmartVu tools.
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Jet2 Reports Record Passenger Numbers on May Day Holiday
Jet2 announces record-breaking passenger numbers for May Day Bank Holiday weekend, with CEO Steve Heapy highlighting the company's customer-first approach and no surcharge policy.
HMRC Warns UK Families Risk Losing £1,406 Child Benefit
HMRC is sending reminder letters to UK households urging them to claim Child Benefit, as families risk losing up to £1,406 per year. Letters arrive from May 8.
UK Households Face £605 Rise on 6 Supermarket Staples
UK food prices set to be 50% higher by November 2026. Six staples hit hardest: pasta, frozen veg, chocolate, eggs, beef, olive oil. Average household bill up £605.
DWP State Pension: Two Changes for 13 Million Claimants from May
Two changes for 13 million state pension claimants from May. Basic pension rises by £439.40, new pension by £574.60 under Triple Lock.
Daryl Dike Hints at West Brom Stay Despite Contract End
Daryl Dike's future at West Brom is uncertain as his contract expires, but he hints at staying. The striker overcame injuries to help secure Championship survival.
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State Pensioners Under 75 Get £184 Weekly Boost in May
State pensioners under 75 will see a £184 weekly increase in May 2026 under the Triple Lock, with rates rising by 4.8% for those reaching pension age after April 2016.
8 Airlines Collapse: Full List of Carriers Ceasing Operations
Eight airlines have gone into administration, cancelling holidays and flights. Major carriers like British Airways remain stable, but smaller airlines face collapse due to economic pressures.
DWP Offers £3,000 Grant for Universal Credit Claimants
The DWP announces £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant for employers hiring 18-24-year-olds on Universal Credit for over six months, part of a £2.5bn investment to create 500,000 opportunities.
Aldi D Code: Secret Label Hack to Save on Discontinued Items
Aldi shoppers are urged to look for a 'D' on price labels, indicating discontinued items. Expert Jordon Cox shares this hack to save money and stock up before items sell out.
Tories Plan 16-Hour Work Rule for DWP Claimants or Lose Benefits
The Conservative Party proposes that all DWP claimants who can work must work 16 hours a week or face benefit cuts, closing a loophole that allows households with one disabled adult to avoid the benefit cap.
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DWP to Pay £3,200 Lump Sum to State Pensioners
DWP admits to losing £8,500 state pension top-up for expat Sandra Poynter, now paying £3,200 backpayment plus £100 compensation within three working days.
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