DWP Replaces Jobcentre with Van in Derbyshire
The DWP has replaced a Derbyshire Jobcentre with a van, sparking criticism from the Derbyshire Unemployed Workers Centres, who call the move 'not good enough' for the community.
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HMRC Tax Warning for Side Hustle Earnings Over £1,000
HMRC reminds households earning over £1,000 from side hustles to register for Self Assessment and file tax returns to avoid penalties.
Martin Lewis reveals four words to get better deals
Martin Lewis shares a simple tactic to save money on broadband, insurance, and breakdown cover by threatening to disconnect. Customers can haggle for better deals.
Extra £40 Boost for Universal Credit and Pension Credit Families
Households with children under 16 on Universal Credit and Pension Credit can get an extra £40 per week from 2027, as the Scottish Child Payment increases.
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Solihull MP's Life-Saving Bill Targets UK Schools
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst introduces a private member's bill to make emergency and life-saving skills training mandatory in all UK schools, aiming to save lives.
HMRC Refunds for Plan 2 Student Loan Holders
HMRC confirms refunds for 71,000 Plan 2 student loan holders due to calculation errors. Overpayments will be returned, and balances corrected automatically.
HMRC Ends £45 Weekly Child Benefit Payments from September
HMRC warns 1.5 million parents to confirm child's plans by August 31 or lose £45 weekly Child Benefit payments for two children.
Wind Farm Near Caerphilly Set for Construction After £160m Deal
Bute Energy's Twyn Hywel Energy Park near Caerphilly secures £160m funding from Rabobank and Lloyds, enabling construction of 14 turbines to power 81,000 homes, with operational target next year.
Two-Car Households Can Save £1,500 by Ditching Second Car
New research reveals two-car households could save over £1,500 annually by giving up their second vehicle, with many drivers already downsizing and benefiting financially.
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HMRC Ends £179 Child Benefit Payments from August 31
HMRC warns parents of 16-19-year-olds to extend Child Benefit claims by August 31 to avoid losing up to £179 monthly. Extend via HMRC app or online.
Unemployment in Wales Rises Slightly but Stays Below UK Average
Unemployment in Wales rose to 3.8% in February-April 2026, remaining below the UK rate of 4.9%. Economic inactivity remains high at 484,000, with 17% of youth NEET.
DWP Warned to Overhaul Welfare System as PIP Claims Hit Four Million
The DWP faces calls to scrap PIP cash payments for practical alternatives as claims reach four million, with a review promising major welfare reforms.
UK Unemployment Drops to 4.9% But Market Not Strong
UK unemployment fell unexpectedly to 4.9% in the three months to April, but experts caution the labour market is not yet strong despite wage growth of 4.4%.
DWP Urged to Replace Triple Lock with Smoothed Earnings Link
Conservative heavyweights call for scrapping the state pension triple lock, proposing a smoothed earnings link to free up billions for defence spending by 2050.
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HMRC Child Benefit Boost of £2,337 for Under £80k Earners
Parents earning under £80,000 can claim up to £2,337 annually in Child Benefit. Recent uplift increases payments for eldest and additional children.
Mum Smuggles 100 McDonald's Curry Sauce Pots to Benidorm
Sophie Sant, 21, smuggled 100 pots of McDonald's curry sauce to Benidorm, fearing her holiday would be ruined without her favorite condiment. She consumes 14 pints monthly.
DWP: £200 Automatic Payment for Pensioners Born 1946-1960
The DWP has confirmed an automatic £200 Winter Fuel Payment for state pensioners under 80 born between 1946 and 1960, with letters arriving in October or November.
Check Travel Insurance Gadget Cover Before June Trips
Holidaymakers are advised to verify their travel insurance includes gadget cover, as standard policies often offer low payouts for lost, stolen, or damaged electronics.
New online system helps veterans access welfare support faster
A new digital application system lets former military personnel, active troops, and their families access advice and welfare assistance more quickly, replacing paper forms.
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DWP One-Hour Rule for Benefits Claimants in 360 Areas
The DWP expands Youth Hubs to over 360 areas, ensuring young people are no more than one hour away by public transport, with 180 new locations confirmed.
DWP LinkedIn Partnership Affects 40 Million Accounts
DWP and LinkedIn partner to use anonymised data from 40 million UK accounts to help jobseekers, reflecting the end of the 'job for life'.
Working Mums £15,892 Worse Off on Maternity Leave
Essential baby costs have risen 54.4% in a decade, leaving working mums £15,892 out of pocket during maternity leave, warns family law firm.
State Pensioners: Extra £728 Possible by Deferring
DWP allows state pensioners to pause payments and defer, boosting pension by 5.8% per year, equating to an extra £728 annually for life.
HMRC 40-Day Warning Over £300 Fines People 'Never Told'
HMRC complaint response times hit a five-year high of 40 days, despite hiring thousands more staff. MPs warn of hidden £300 fines and poor service.
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Investment Fraud Soars: £221.5 Million Lost in UK
Investment fraud in the UK surged 40% to £221.5 million last year, with cases up 26%. Experts call for stronger action against online platforms and telecoms enabling scams.
HMRC confirms 33 work uniforms you can claim tax relief on
HMRC has released a list of 33 jobs where workers can claim tax relief for uniform maintenance, potentially saving hundreds of pounds.
42,000 Students Leave UK Without Repaying £900m Loans
Over 42,000 former university students have left the UK without repaying £893 million in student loans, with many moving to Australia, the US, and Europe.
HMRC Warning: 3.5 Million Missing Out on £252 Perk
NFU Mutual urges couples to claim Marriage Allowance as 3.5 million cohabiting couples miss out on £252 tax perk. Backdated claims possible.
Morrisons New £13.11 Hourly Wage Rule in October
Morrisons announces a pay rise to £13.11 per hour for customer assistants from October 26, 2026, following union approval and previous increases.
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Octopus Energy £200 Payments: How to Claim Your Cash Back
Octopus Energy and other suppliers like British Gas are offering £200 payments to customers with credit built up on accounts. Learn how to claim.
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