DWP 'special' payment for state pensioners before end of August
State pensioners may receive early DWP payments before the August bank holiday on 31st, with cash brought forward to Friday 28th for those due on that date.
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Reform's PIP abolition could hit 2.89 million claimants
Reform's plans to replace PIP could remove or modify disability payments for 2.89 million working-age people, with changes to anxiety, depression, and ADHD benefits for new claimants only.
Lloyds Bank £220 Student Offer: Cash and Deliveroo Vouchers
Lloyds Bank offers students £100 cash and £120 in Deliveroo vouchers. Open a Student Account and pay in £500 by 30 October 2026 to qualify.
DVSA MOT photo upload feature rolled out to 2,500 garages
From August 3, 2,500 UK garages can upload vehicle photos during MOT tests, providing evidence the car is present. The DVSA encourages use before photos become mandatory.
Tesco Clubcard Challenges return until September 13
Tesco has brought back Clubcard Challenges from August 3 to September 13, letting selected members earn up to 5,000 extra points (£50) by completing 10 shopping tasks.
Dudley Council Aids 300 Evacuees After Stourbridge Blaze
Dudley Council is providing support to around 300 people evacuated from their homes following a major fire at a plastics factory in Stourbridge, with emergency accommodation and welfare assistance.
£5.5m Treasury Building Refurbishment Underway in Hull
A £5.5m refurbishment of Hull's Treasury Building is underway, set to house 500 council staff by summer 2026, with energy-efficient upgrades.
DWP PIP reform workshops set for September and October
The DWP has confirmed the next stage of PIP reforms, with workshops in September and October to shape recommendations from the Timms Review, affecting four million claimants.
DWP confirms early benefit payments for 10 million claimants
The DWP will pay working-age benefits early on Friday 28 August 2026 due to the bank holiday, affecting 10 million claimants including Universal Credit and PIP.
DWP confirms early benefit payments before August bank holiday
The DWP has confirmed that benefit payments due on the August bank holiday will be paid early on Friday 28 August, affecting Carer's Allowance, ESA, JSA, and more. Minister Sir Stephen Timms says the move will ensure families and older people receive mone
Stagecoach marks 30 years of service for Stephen Pincott
Stephen Pincott, who started driving buses in 1996, now works in Stagecoach's marketing team, marking 30 years of service.
DWP Fraud: How to Report and What Happens Next
The DWP recovered £9.9bn in welfare losses and is targeting £14.6bn over five years. Learn how to report benefit fraud and the penalties involved.
DWP brings forward benefit payments for bank holiday
DWP confirms early payments for Universal Credit, PIP, and DLA claimants ahead of August bank holiday, ensuring financial certainty for families.
Supermarkets Failing Hygiene in Birmingham & Solihull
Several major supermarkets in Birmingham and Solihull have failed food hygiene inspections, with scores of 1 or 2. Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, and Iceland are among those rated below the satisfactory threshold of 3.
DWP confirms early August bank holiday payments for 11 benefits
The DWP has confirmed that 11 benefits, including Universal Credit and State Pension, will be paid early on Friday 28 August 2026, ahead of the bank holiday.
DWP confirms refunds for 197 benefits claimants
DWP confirms refunds for 197 benefits claimants wrongly issued Administrative Penalties between 2023 and 2025. Refunds range from £350 to £5,000. DWP has contacted affected customers and strengthened processes.
DWP: PIP steering group payments subject to tax and NI
DWP confirms one-off payments for PIP claimants in Timms Review steering groups are taxable and subject to National Insurance, with workshops starting September.
DWP New Powers: Bank Deductions and Licence Bans from October
From October, DWP will use new powers to recover £14.6bn in benefit overpayments, including direct bank deductions and driving licence suspensions for persistent non-payers.
DWP confirms benefits exempt from driving licence cancellations
The DWP has confirmed that current benefit claimants are exempt from new driving licence cancellations for debt, with bans only possible for debts over £1,000 and where no essential need exists.
DWP has 2,400 staff on permanent WFH contracts, data shows
New figures reveal at least 3,800 civil servants have permanent work from home contracts, with the DWP alone accounting for 2,400 staff. The data comes amid ongoing debate over the 60% office attendance mandate and concerns about regional office usage.
PM Burnham urges retailers to ban disposable barbecues
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has urged all retailers, big and small, to stop selling disposable barbecues to prevent wildfires amid extreme heat. The call follows a Cobra meeting and extends current retail restrictions.
HMRC fines 401,000 households £200 for MTD missed deadline
HMRC has confirmed a £200 fixed penalty for 401,000 sole traders and landlords who missed the first MTD quarterly deadline, despite 436,000 filing on time.
DWP vows to improve Universal Credit and PIP after feedback
The DWP will use learning from Internal Process Reviews to improve Universal Credit and PIP services, following complaints and feedback from claimants.
MP slams academy trust over Reedswood school consultation
Valerie Vaz criticizes Windsor Academy Trust's consultation for the £50m Reedswood free school, citing 'woeful inadequacy' and disregard for residents.
100,000 households to get cost of living payments
From early 2026, 100,000 households near energy pylons will receive bill discounts under a Government scheme, announced by Andy Burnham and Energy Minister Michael Shanks.
EuroMillions £14m Jackpot Tonight: Syndicate Deal
Tonight's EuroMillions draw offers a £14m jackpot, with a syndicate deal allowing players to share costs and increase chances. Here’s how to join and what to know.
Burnham and Healey to Shield State Pensioners from Tax
Andy Burnham and John Healey plan to protect state pensioners from tax if they rely solely on the pension, but 8.1 million on the old basic pension may still face bills, warns Steve Webb.
Burnham urged to force insurers to give upfront best deals
Andy Burnham is urged to make insurers offer best quotes upfront, as experts warn the system penalises loyal customers. Reform UK's Robert Jenrick criticises 'tinkering'.
HMRC confirms £13,830 personal allowance via Marriage Allowance
HMRC confirms £13,830 personal tax-free allowance via Marriage Allowance after Andy Burnham's decision not to raise threshold. Learn how to get yours increased.
NatWest Reward Platinum: No Foreign Fees from October
NatWest confirms Reward Platinum debit card will scrap foreign transaction fees from October 1, 2026, saving holidaymakers 2.75% per overseas purchase.
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