How much DWP benefits such as Universal Credit, PIP, JSA, ESA, Child Benefit and pension will by rise in 2026
Many benefits will increase in April at the start of the financial year It comes after the two-child…
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other payments could stop if you stay in hospital this winter
DWP payments may be reduced or paused if the relevant department is not notified, even if it is…
Full list of DWP Universal Credit and PIP benefit reforms in 2026
The Government says the reforms are designed to “rebalance” the welfare system, making it fairer and sustainable for…
Labour trailing Reform UK in polls, Reeves to announce jobs guarantee to youths – Firstpost
As the Labour Party trails behind Reform UK in numerous surveys, British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves vows to…
DWP confirms State Pension and benefit payment changes due to bank holiday next week
DWP, HMRC and Social Security Scotland have announced changes to payments scheduled for August 25. 09:23, 18 Aug…
Should I buy an immediate needs annuity to pay my 86-year-old mother’s care fees? STEVE WEBB replies
My mum has been in a residential care home for eight years and is now 86. She is…
If you cash in your pension early can you qualify for council tax benefits later? STEVE WEBB replies
This might sound a bit cheeky… I work 30 hours a week just above minimum wage. I am…
Northern Ireland free school meals and uniform grants will be available to more families
Future threshold increases will be linked to the rate of inflation School meal stock image(Image: PA Wire/PA Images)…
DWP benefit and pension payment dates for July 2025
Payment dates of benefits can be affected by bank holidays and weekends, and the State Pension is paid…
DWP alert as Brits going on holiday could have payments paused | Personal Finance | Finance
Benefit claimants heading abroad for a holiday are warned that their payments may be paused if they don’t…
Martin Lewis shares ‘unbeatable’ savings account with ‘jaw-dropping’ 50% returns | Personal Finance | Finance
Martin Lewis has urged thousands of people to check if they can open a Government-backed savings account offering…
Full list of all changes made to the UK benefits system and how claimants will be impacted
The UK Government has announced a whole host of changes to the UK benefits system. While it says…