Pensioners claiming the old state pension are set to receive less per year than those on the newer pension Pensioners claiming the old state pension are set to receive less per year than those on the newer pension (Image: Getty Images) … Read More
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DWP says ‘two groups’ will be protected in PIP and Universal Credit cuts
That’s according to a Labour Party minister who did the media rounds on Monday (March 17). That’s according to a Labour Party minister who did the media rounds on Monday (March 17). The Department for Work and Pensions’ brutal cuts … Read More
Wes Streeting in hot water after saying one DWP PIP condition is ‘overdiagnosed’
Experts have criticised Labour Party Health Secretary Mr Streeting for saying mental health problems overdiagnosed. 06:39, 17 Mar 2025Updated 06:40, 17 Mar 2025 Wes Streeting in hot water after saying one DWP PIP condition is ‘overdiagnosed’ Wes Streeting has been … Read More
Three in four state pensioners to get smaller increase despite DWP promise
Age UK reports that three out of four, or just under 10 million pensioners, will receive less than the promised Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Triple Lock hike of over £400. Pensions Three in four State Pensioners are set … Read More
DWP paying out £5,000 compensation after Universal Credit change
DWP paying out £5,000 compensation after Universal Credit change The Department for Work and Pensions is offering up to £5,000 compensation to thousands hit by a Universal Credit change. The DWP moved claimants from legacy benefits to Universal Credit – … Read More
FULL details of DWP cuts – one million to have payments axed, areas at risk and more
The Times reports as many as a million people face having their benefits reduced under an overhaul of the welfare system. FULL details of DWP cuts – one million to have payments axed, areas at risk and more Full details … Read More
DWP benefits cuts could be scrapped after Rachel Reeves given another option
Ms Reeves is set to unleash her £6 billion cuts next week. 07:54, 15 Mar 2025Updated 07:55, 15 Mar 2025 Ms Reeves is set to unleash her £6 billion cuts next week. The Department for Work and Pensions’ planned cuts … Read More
State pensioners born before 1951 rushing to knock BBC TV Licence fee to £0
Those with a state pension who are aged 75 can knock their bills to £0 from £174 as the new rate comes into force on April 1. Those with a state pension who are aged 75 can knock their bills … Read More
DWP freezes Universal Credit excess earnings level that can stop your benefits
The rules have been extended to ensure the ‘efficient administration’ of Universal Credit 11:53, 13 Mar 2025Updated 12:05, 13 Mar 2025 DWP excess earnings limits are being frozen at the same level for the next financial year(Image: Yui Mok/PA Wire … Read More
New £200 cost of living payments confirmed for April
Households struggling to get by may be able to access help from the Household Support Fund Households struggling to get by are being urged to check if they can get help through the Household Support Fund (Image: Nick Wilkinson/Birmingham Live) … Read More