DWP: 10 conditions most likely to get Attendance Allowance
DWP data reveals arthritis, dementia, and heart disease top the list of conditions among 1.7 million Attendance Allowance recipients. Payments range from £76.70 to £114.60 weekly.
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Stepping Hill 'Rise and Shine' week promotes patient activity
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust's 'Rise and Shine' week at Stepping Hill Hospital encourages patients to stay dressed, active, and moving to speed recovery and cut hospital stays.
Wolverhampton approves defibrillator cabinet at Nationwide branch
City of Wolverhampton Council has approved a combined defibrillator and bleed kit cabinet at the Nationwide Building Society on Dudley Street, enabling 24/7 access to emergency equipment.
NHS sick note trial change confirmed for 2027
The NHS has confirmed a year-long trial starting July 2026 to reduce sick note numbers, with GPs in four areas stopping issuance, as 11 million fit notes were issued last year.
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State Pension £515 boost may trigger tax for retirees
State pensioners could get a £515 boost from April 2027 under the triple lock, but the rise may push many above the tax threshold, with HMRC implications.
Energy cap rises £66 from Oct 1, Burnham cuts VAT
Energy price cap rises £66 to £1,729 from October 1, with gas unit rates up 26%, despite VAT cut on electricity by Andy Burnham.
PIP payments could rise to £800 a month
Disability benefits could climb to a maximum of £800 a month under Andy Burnham, as inflation rises to 2.9% in July. PIP rates for 2027/28 are set to be revealed soon.
Energy bills to rise 4% to £1,729 from October
Energy bills will rise 4% from October 1, pushing the annual cap to £1,729, the highest since July 2023, as wholesale prices surge amid US-Iran conflict.
DWP confirms free school meals expansion from 2026
From September 2026, all children in Universal Credit households get free school meals, with annual rechecks required. Expanded FSM covers 500,000 more children.
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HMRC scraps 48,000 fines after record appeals
HMRC has overturned 48,189 tax return penalties in 2025-26 after a record number of appeals, with 65% of appealed fines cancelled due to a lack of human oversight in its automated system.
UK tourists urged to seek malaria advice before travelling
UKHSA warns travellers that a single mosquito bite can cause malaria; advises checking TravelHealthPro and seeking medical advice 4-6 weeks before departure.
State Pension 2027-28: £515 Rise Under Burnham
State pension rates for 2027-28 are set to rise by £515 to £13,062 (new) and £395 to £10,010 (basic) following wage growth of 4.1%, under Andy Burnham's triple lock commitment.
Burnley Centre Offers 200 Low-Cost Prostate Tests
Charter Walk, The Mayoress's Committee, and East Lancs Prostate Cancer Support Group fund 200 subsidised blood tests for men aged 40+, costing just £5 each, with results by post or email.
Seven protected groups in Reform's PIP and Universal Credit cuts plan
Reform UK's proposed DWP cuts would protect seven groups of PIP and Universal Credit claimants, including those with terminal illness, severe disability, and major neurological disease, while aiming to save families £1,700 a year by 2030.
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PIP claimants face 'much harsher' DWP assessments under Reform
Reform's DWP plans would replace PIP and WCA with a harsher disability needs assessment, warns Benefits and Work. The change could affect eligibility and work requirements.
NHS staff lose 430 million hours a year to admin tasks
NHS staff spend 430 million hours yearly on admin, equal to 220,000 full-time roles. Nine in 10 report harm to well-being. Report urges unified systems and automation.
DWP £429 PIP payment planned for seven claimant groups
Reform UK proposes a new £429.80 monthly PIP/HSA payment for seven severe disability groups, aiming to save £50bn and address welfare costs, according to Robert Jenrick.
Charnwood Health and Wellbeing Event in September 2026
Charnwood residents can access free health advice, mental wellbeing support, and lifestyle tips at the inaugural Community Health and Wellbeing event on September 8, 2026, in Loughborough.
HMRC urges Child Benefit extension by August 31
HMRC urges parents of 16-19-year-olds to extend Child Benefit by August 31 if their child continues in approved education or training; payments stop otherwise.
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DWP PIP 'removed or modified' for 3 million claimants
Reform plans to scrap PIP for 2.89 million working-age claimants, with £20bn DWP cuts. Scope and Mencap warn of poverty, while Labour cites Timms review.
Water firms may introduce surge pricing amid drought
Ofwat proposes allowing water companies to factor water scarcity into bills, potentially raising prices during droughts. Government says no nationwide surge pricing planned, but trials aim to encourage efficiency and fairness.
HMRC confirms 5 reasons tax refunds are being sent out
HMRC has paid back over £50 million to 12,500 pension savers in three months. Here are five reasons you might be owed a tax refund, including wrong tax codes and work expenses.
Walsall worst in UK for food hygiene ratings, study finds
Walsall has the lowest average food hygiene rating in the UK at 4.03 out of 5, tied with Bolton, according to a High Speed Training report. Four of the six worst areas are in the West Midlands.
State pensioners can get tax-free £728 from DWP
State pensioners can get a tax-free £728 per year by deferring DWP payments, with the triple lock kept under PM Andy Burnham. Deferring for a year adds 5.8% to your pension.
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DWP Over 80 Pension: Eligibility and Amounts for 2026-27
The DWP offers the Over 80 Pension to state pensioners aged 80+, providing up to £110.75 a week in 2026-27 if basic State Pension is less. Check eligibility and how to claim.
Pensioners urged to check £150 Warm Home Discount eligibility
Low-income pensioners could miss out on the £150 Warm Home Discount if not named on electricity bill by August 23. Check eligibility now.
DWP confirms early benefit payments for August bank holiday
State Pension, Pension Credit, Attendance Allowance and other DWP benefits will be paid early on Friday 28 August due to the bank holiday, confirmed by minister Sir Stephen Timms.
Why Hot Weather Kills Your Appetite and What to Do
Hot weather reduces appetite due to brain signals, blood flow changes, and gut hormones. Dr Lucy Hooper explains how to manage eating and hydration during heatwaves.
DWP PIP workshops from September 15 across UK
DWP confirms in-person PIP workshops from September 15 in London, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, and more, to shape benefit reform following Timms Review.
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PIP claimants must disclose workshop payments to HMRC
DWP urges PIP claimants to disclose one-off workshop payments to HMRC. Payments are for voluntary participation in workshops testing PIP recommendations, starting mid-September across the UK.
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