Charity braces for World Cup domestic abuse rise
Black Country Women's Aid warns of increased domestic abuse during the World Cup, with reports rising 26% when England plays and 38% if they lose. Support helplines available.
Black Country Women's Aid warns of increased domestic abuse during the World Cup, with reports rising 26% when England plays and 38% if they lose. Support helplines available.
The DWP state pension age rise from 66 to 67 is being phased in from April 2026, affecting those born between April 1960 and March 1961.
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HMRC confirms that parents earning over £60,000 must repay Child Benefit, with full repayment required at £80,000. New rules apply from 2024-25.
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Scottish Child Payment of £28.20 per week will be paid as usual on Monday, June 15, despite the World Cup Bank Holiday, Social Security Scotland confirms.
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Parents with children under 16 in Scotland receiving Child Disability Payment will get an extra benefit on Monday, June 15, 2026, which is a national bank holiday.
State pensioners receiving Carer's Allowance can claim an extra £48.15 per week via Pension Credit, which increased by 3.8% in April 2026. This top-up can double for couples and unlocks additional benefits like Winter Fuel Payment and Council Tax discount
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The DWP is trialling a new system where case managers, not healthcare professionals, will determine PIP awards. Critics warn it will lead to inaccurate decisions.
The DWP calls on all 4 million PIP claimants to fill out a vital form starting Monday, June 8, as part of the ongoing Timms Review to reshape the disability benefit.
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DWP confirms automatic Winter Fuel Payments of £100-£300 for state pensioners in 2026/27. Payments for those born before certain dates, with 12 benefits eligible for automatic receipt.
State pensioners with poor health or reduced life expectancy may qualify for enhanced annuities, potentially adding up to £650 per month to their pension income.
State pensioners may lose Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance, DLA, and PIP if hospital stays exceed 28 days. Age UK advises checking entitlements.
A 70-year-old with just £10 left secured £5,740 a year via a 5-minute DWP call. Attendance Allowance helps those over State Pension age with daily living needs.
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Martin Lewis reveals a state pension error may have underpaid women aged 41-90. He urges checking National Insurance records for missing Home Responsibilities Protection between 1978-2010.
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