The Department for Work and Pensions has clarified that six legacy benefits have been folded into Universal Credit since 2022, with over 775,000 claimants transferred, contributing to a total of 8.34 million recipients.
Charities urge genuine co-production in DWP's Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment, aiming to simplify and humanize the process for disabled claimants.
A 21-year-old mother of four has sparked controversy by revealing she receives £4,000 monthly in Universal Credit, arguing critics should target the system rather than claimants.
The Department for Work and Pensions has terminated benefits for over 350,000 households who failed to claim Universal Credit after receiving migration notices, as part of a major system transition.
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Former reality TV star Luisa Zissman details terrifying experience as explosions rock her Dubai residence amid regional tensions, urging safety for UAE residents.
Katie Bryan and her daughter Samantha share their reactions to the violent assault on Soham killer Ian Huntley, expressing relief and condemnation.
A new survey commissioned by Dogs Trust reveals a significant disconnect between how dog owners view themselves and the public's experiences with irresponsible ownership, highlighting serious health risks.
The death of Josh Rogers, 33, from the Black Country, in Lloret de Mar remains unexplained. A voicemail, wild boar theories, and a moved body add to the mystery as his family seeks answers.
Mark Preen took his own life 17 years after his daughter Heather died from an infection. His wife Julie campaigns for water safety reforms.
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Three categories of state pensioners will be denied the full 4.8% Triple Lock increase from April 6, 2026, under DWP rules, affecting those with insufficient NI years, pre-2016 contracted-out schemes, and expatriates in certain countries.
A woman brands her mother-in-law 'mad' for planning a Mother's Day afternoon tea that excludes partners, sparking a heated debate on family dynamics and celebration etiquette.
The DWP is cutting the Universal Credit health top-up from £97 to £50 weekly for most new claimants from April 2026, creating a two-tier system that critics call unfair.
Hard-up families in Birmingham's poorest neighbourhoods will receive hundreds of pounds extra monthly as Labour scraps the two-child benefit cap from April.
Soham killer Ian Huntley remains in serious condition after being attacked by an inmate with a metal bar at HMP Frankland. Durham Constabulary confirms no change overnight.
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The DWP's Help to Save scheme for Universal Credit claimants has been made permanent, with eligibility expanding to 1.5 million more families from April 2028, offering a 50% bonus on savings.
The Department for Work and Pensions offers Universal Credit add-ons for childcare, housing, disability, and carers, providing up to £495 extra monthly based on individual circumstances.
The Department for Work and Pensions announces two new payments—Crisis Payment and Housing Payment—replacing the Household Support Fund to aid struggling households.
A prison insider reveals how Ian Huntley's new activities at HMP Frankland increased his vulnerability before a serious assault by a fellow inmate.
A Universal Credit recipient reveals the severe struggle of living on £300 per month, citing insufficient funds for food and bills while facing employment barriers despite qualifications.
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Married At First Sight UK star Peggy Rose reveals she is expecting a baby after being given just a 1% chance of conceiving, sharing her emotional IVF journey with followers.
Former Hear'Say singer Suzanne Shaw has tearfully revealed her breakup with fiancé Sam Greenfield after their 12-year relationship ended in January.
Model and TV star Christine McGuinness discusses her new 'situationship' and concerns about toxic trauma bonding on her podcast, while sharing insights on dating with autism.
As Wales celebrates St David's Day, the nation grapples with balancing cultural pride against economic underperformance. The modern Welsh identity must evolve from resilience to deliberate ambition.
Soham killer Ian Huntley is in an induced coma with severe head injuries after a brutal metal pole attack at HMP Frankland, with medical staff giving him just a 5% chance of survival.
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Lindsay Lohan opens up about the dark side of early fame, questioning why she wasn't better shielded as a child star, in a candid Vogue Arabia interview.
A Midlands journalist argues flags are being used to exclude rather than unite, citing repeated thefts of a Pride flag from an LGBTQ+ salon in Leicester as evidence of growing hostility.
Denise Fergus, mother of murdered toddler James Bulger, has issued an appeal after her son's grave was vandalised. The headstone and stone angels were damaged between 10am and 3.30pm on February 26.
ITV's True Crime Presents season two explores the harrowing case of Cordelia Farrell, who fatally stabbed her boyfriend in Bromsgrove in 2019. The Birmingham-born woman was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Convicted child killer Ian Huntley is reportedly in critical condition following a brutal assault by another inmate at HMP Frankland. The 52-year-old Soham murderer was allegedly attacked with a metal bar in the prison workshop.
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Home Office data reveals Birmingham hotels hosted 1,087 asylum seekers in December 2025, ranking third nationally despite a 205-person decrease from September. Overall UK hotel usage hits an 18-month low.
