Jury trial restrictions proposed amid court backlogs
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes limiting jury trials to tackle England and Wales' 78,000-case backlog. Critics warn this could erode public trust in justice system.
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17 Universal Credit Rules You Must Report to DWP
Millions on Universal Credit must report 17 key changes or face penalties, court action and payment reductions. Learn the crucial rules to protect your benefits.
DWP ends ESA, moves all to Universal Credit by 2026
The DWP confirms managed migration of all ESA claimants to Universal Credit will be completed by March 2026. Find out how this affects your benefits and what you must do.
Universal Credit claimants to get £465 extra a year
Universal Credit claimants will receive an inflation-beating increase of up to £465 annually from April 2026. Find out how the DWP rule change affects you.
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DWP Changes December Benefit Dates for Christmas
The DWP is adjusting payment dates for 12 key benefits in December due to Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out when you'll be paid and what to do if your money is late.
DWP benefit 'mass fishing' fears as new bill passes
MPs warn new DWP powers to scan bank accounts could lead to 100,000 innocent benefit claimants being wrongly investigated. Learn how this affects civil liberties.
State Pension rise confirmed as tax-free for 2025/26
The government confirms the 4.8% State Pension increase will not be taxed next year, but frozen personal allowance continues to pull retirees into the tax net. Discover the full details.
DVLA diabetes rule change for lorry and bus drivers
New DVLA rules now allow thousands of bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes to use continuous glucose monitors, improving safety and management.
BT, Vodafone, EE, O2 to block scam calls by 2026
Major UK mobile providers pledge to eliminate number spoofing by 2026, implementing new call tracing technology to protect millions from fraud. Learn how this affects you.
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Martin Lewis clarifies confusing new DWP rule
Martin Lewis explains key benefit changes from the Autumn Budget, clarifying the end of the two-child limit for Universal Credit and what it means for you.
Universal Credit payments to rise for families from 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget. Find out when your Universal Credit payments will increase and by how much.
HMRC to access UK crypto holdings from 2026
HMRC will gain access to UK households' crypto holdings from 2027. Learn how this tax crackdown affects you and what you need to report.
December's 9 DWP and Money Changes Explained
From the DWP Christmas Bonus to Cold Weather Payments, discover the nine key financial changes affecting millions of UK households in December 2025. Plan your finances now.
10 Million Pensioners Spared State Pension Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces 10 million state pensioners will not pay income tax on their pensions this Parliament. Find out how the rule change affects you.
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Search and Rescue Vehicles Exempt from Car Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
State pensioners to avoid tax returns under Labour
Martin Lewis reacts as Rachel Reeves confirms state pensioners won't pay income tax or fill returns in this parliament. Key 2026 threshold changes explained.
Classic Car Tax Exemption Confirmed for 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for classic cars over 40 years will continue. Discover what this means for owners and the £3bn industry.
Labour axes WFH tax relief for English home workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers' expenses from April. Discover how this budget change impacts you and what it means for the future.
Petition for £20,000 Tax Allowance Hits 10k Signatures
A public petition urging HMRC to raise the Personal Tax Allowance to £20,000 has gained significant traction. Read the government's response and what happens next.
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DWP's 'blanket' crackdown could debank benefit claimants
New DWP powers allow bank account checks on Universal Credit claimants. MPs warn of 'mass fishing' operations and threats to civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
DWP to scrap Income Support and JSA in 2026
Thousands warned as DWP confirms Income Support and Jobseeker's Allowance will end permanently in April 2026. Claimants urged not to ignore migration letters to Universal Credit.
Student Loan Repayments Frozen for Three Years
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes Plan 2 student loan repayments and interest rates until 2030, a move set to raise £400m annually. Discover the full budget impact.
State pension perk axed for thousands abroad
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 NI payments for pensioners overseas, requiring 10 years UK residency. Discover the impact on your state pension.
State pension to rise by £575 a year
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms 4.8% state pension increase via Triple Lock in Autumn Budget. Full new state pension rises to £12,547.60 annually.
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6 DWP and Benefits Changes in Labour Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces six major DWP reforms including ending the two-child benefit cap, increasing state pensions, and overhauling disability support.
Reeves Confirms Universal Credit Boost
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the two-child benefit cap will be scrapped, giving thousands of families a major Universal Credit increase from April next year.
UK Passports Get Major Redesign with King Charles Crest
Discover the new British passport design featuring King Charles's coat of arms, enhanced security, and iconic UK landmarks. Learn what's changing from December.
DWP insider: PIP cuts 'don't go far enough'
Ex-DWP policy head Matt Ryder urges Labour to push further on PIP reforms, calling recent luxury car cuts 'window dressing'. Read the full analysis.
Universal Credit claimants get £1,200 savings boost
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to make the Help to Save scheme permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a potential £1,200 tax-free bonus. Learn how this budget announcement impacts you.
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DWP to seize bank statements in benefit crackdown
New DWP powers will allow seizure of three months' bank statements to combat benefit fraud. Learn how this crackdown affects claimants and the safeguards in place.
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