Personal insolvencies surge 30% as debt crisis deepens
Money Wellness reports 12,252 people entered insolvency in March, up 30% year-on-year. Experts warn of rising debt as cost of living pressures mount.
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British Gas Offers Free Boiler Services and Home Upgrades
British Gas is expanding its Warm & Working scheme, providing free boiler services and home upgrades to around 1,000 vulnerable households across the UK, including Birmingham.
DWP Slashes Access to Work Support by Up to 80%
The DWP is cutting Access to Work grants by up to 80%, leaving disabled claimants like Tomasz Borys and Emily Davison struggling to stay employed and facing mental health crises.
DWP £114 Weekly for Kids with ODD and Conduct Disorder
DWP figures show Disability Living Allowance for children claims will rise to 1.03 million next year, with behavioural disorders like ODD and conduct disorder making children eligible.
DWP Approves £100 Increase for Older Pensioners
The DWP has approved a £100 increase in Winter Fuel Payment for state pensioners born before 1946, raising it to £300. Payments return this winter with varying amounts based on age and household.
DWP Automatic £200 Bonus for Pensioners Aged 66-79
The DWP confirms automatic £200 Winter Fuel Payments for state pensioners aged 66-79, with £300 for those 80+. Payments target low-income households but are reinstated for millions.
DWP Sends £779 to Children with Behavioural Disorders
The DWP will pay disability benefits to a record one million children by 2027, with fastest-rising claims for behavioural disorders. Payments up to £779 a month.
State Pensioners Face £825 Shortfall in DWP Payments
State pensioners on the new DWP rate face an £825 annual shortfall against the minimum retirement living standard of £13,400, according to PLSA analysis.
State Pensioners Under 73 Get Extra £923 in May
State pensioners who retired before 2016 could receive an extra £923 in May from the SERPS additional state pension, on top of their regular DWP payment.
DWP Told to Get PIP Problem Under Control
The DWP has been urged to address the PIP issue as the welfare bill hits £160bn, with benefits cap deemed 'meaningless' due to exemptions.
British Gas Pledges £40M in Grants and Vouchers for UK Households
British Gas commits £40 million over five years to the British Gas Energy Trust, offering grants, vouchers, and essential support to households facing energy debt and cost-of-living pressures.
DWP Confirms Extra £45 for State Pensioners in May 2026
Pat McFadden confirms state pension increase of 4.8% from April 2026, adding £45 weekly for new pension and £11.05 for basic pension.
DWP Extra Cash for State Pensioners: Full List
The DWP is providing extra cash to state pensioners through the Additional State Pension. Find out who qualifies and how much you could get.
Pension Credit Recipients Get £150 Warm Home Discount
1.4 million state pensioners on Pension Credit can get £150 off energy bills under DWP's Warm Home Discount scheme. Eligibility and how to apply.
State Pensioners Born Before 1951 Get Extra £34 Monthly
State pensioners born before 1951 are receiving an extra £34 per month as the DWP hikes the old basic state pension to £184.90 per week.
Low-income pensioners get £925 extra in May
Low-income state pensioners can receive up to £925 extra in May 2026, on top of regular DWP payments, due to a 4.8% rise in Pension Credit.
Sir Mo Farah: Persistence Key When 'Wheels Come Off'
Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah shares insights on overcoming mental walls, the importance of encouragement, and why running is easier than parenting. He highlights the link between hydration, exercise, and mental health.
DWP Free £292 Monthly for Pre-1960 Pensioners
Nearly a million over-65s miss out on Pension Credit, worth £292/month on average. Eligible pensioners born before 1960 can claim extra cash and perks.
UK Man in ICU as Three Die in Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship
A British man is fighting for his life in intensive care after a hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which has killed three people and infected others.
HMRC Reassures 800,000 Pensioners Over Forecast Error
HMRC issues reassurance to state pensioners after an error dating back to 2016 caused incorrect forecasts for up to 800,000 people, allowing voluntary contributions.
DWP issues extra £34 to pre-1951 state pensioners in May
The DWP is sending a boosted state pension payment in May, with an extra £34 for retirees born before 1951. The Basic State Pension rises by £8.45 weekly due to the Triple Lock.
Dumfries nurse urges men to speak up after hormone misdiagnosis
A specialist nurse from Dumfries shares his journey after his low testosterone was mistaken for depression, urging men to seek thorough health investigations.
Film Urges Men to Check on Friends After Student's Death
A new short film, 'You Alright Mate', honors Birmingham student Dan Collins, who died in 2018 after falling through a mental health services gap. The film urges men to check on friends.
Baking Therapy Transforms Tipton Mum's Mental Health
Rachael Vitins, 44, from Tipton, says baking silenced her inner voices and improved her mental health by 90%, inspiring her to open a bakery.
Parent: My son gets £500 from DWP – how can he survive?
A parent questions how her son can live on less than £500 monthly from DWP, often left with just £30 for food. Reddit users advise checking benefits.
Killer breaks Jewish chaplain's jaw in antisemitic attack
Joseph Gynane shouted 'Allah Akbar' as he attacked a Jewish chaplain at HMP Whitemoor, breaking his jaw and thumb. He was sentenced to an additional 11 years.
Persistent Back Pain May Signal Pancreatic Cancer
Experts warn that a dull, ongoing backache often mistaken for a muscle strain could be an early sign of pancreatic cancer. Early detection is crucial as cases rise 8% in the UK.
HMRC Sends Pension Contribution Advice to Retirees
HMRC advises state pensioners on private pension contribution limits for 2026/27, including unused allowances and annual caps.
DWP Warned Over Tony Blair's State Pension Changes
The Tony Blair Institute proposes scrapping the Triple Lock and state pension age, sparking warnings from experts and politicians about complexity and impact on the poorest.
State Pensioners Get £5,310 in Freebies and Discounts
The DWP increased the state pension for 2026. Pensioners can also claim Pension Credit and eight other perks worth up to £5,310 annually, including housing benefit, free TV licence, and more.
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