Many have missed out on thousands of pounds in payments after the DWP issued a stark warning to all those claiming six legacy benefits Many have missed out on thousands of pounds in payments after the DWP issued a stark … Read More
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Everyone born after this date sent warning ahead of huge changes to state pension
The state pension age will be changing over the next couple of years, impacting millions The state pension age is rising from 2026. Millions of people of a certain age are being warned about upcoming changes to the state pension … Read More
Final payments to be made before DWP benefit is scrapped forever
Anyone still claiming the benefit is being urged to act fast to avoid their payments being stopped Tax credits will be axed in April.(Image: Walsall Council ) The DWP will be making final payments of a certain benefit over the … Read More
‘I’ve inherited some Premium Bonds – will it affect my benefits?’
A Reddit user felt Premium Bonds were ‘dead money’ as they couldn’t be spent and didn’t accrue interest Premium Bonds are held by more than 24 million people, equivalent to more than 1 in 3 of the UK population, with … Read More
DWP change could help you recover lost pension pots worth nearly £10,000
The Pensions Dashboard, which is currently under development, will help people to track down all of their current pension pots – something which could save them thousands It’s hoped that the new tool will help people to better plan for … Read More
One week left to claim free £150 cost of living cash payments
As part of the Household Support Fund from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Bedford Council is still accepting applications for £150 cash grants. Household Support Faund There is just one week left to claim up to supermarket vouchers … Read More
DWP axes beneft in April with thousands set to be moved onto Universal Credit
As part of this move, claimants of tax credits will be moved to Universal Credit by the end of April 2025, it has been confirmed. As part of this move, claimants of tax credits will be moved to Universal Credit … Read More
State pensioners born in one year could be eligible for £0 TV licence
You can apply for a free TV Licence if you, as the licence holder, are 75 years or older AND you, or your partner living at the same address, receive DWP Pension Credit. You can apply for a free TV … Read More
DWP making change to New and Basic State Pension in 44 days
The state pension will rise from £11,502.40 to £11,975 per year – a £473 boost. The state pension will rise from £11,502.40 to £11,975 per year – a £473 boost. The Department for Work and Pensions is set to boost … Read More
DWP benefits sanctions on Universal Credit claimants broke records three months after Labour’s election
The DWP gave the latest data showing more people than ever before are being sanctioned on their Universal Credit payments News William Morgan Senior reporter 03:55, 21 Feb 2025 Benefit claimants face financial penalties if they fail to meet their … Read More