Tag: benefits
Conservatives demand ban on foreigners claiming disability benefits
The Tories claim the shift could save billions amid growing concerns that the system is being “gamed” …
PIP claimants could see monthly payments jump up by £630
The DWP issues PIP payments to millions of people on a four-weekly basis. …
Government confirms date when workers and retirees will face bank account ‘monitoring’
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the start date for its new powers to tackle fraud in the welfare system …
UK households handed £300 cost of living payments in July
Households across the UK can get up to £300 cost of living payments this July and don’t need to be on benefits to claim. …
DWP benefits given to people with obesity, alcoholism and acne
Altogether, 1.75 million people in England received the higher level of PIP in April 2025 – an increase from 734,136 in January 2019. …
State pensioners can get 10 freebies and discounts in July worth £14,214
Pensioners could unlock more than £14,000 worth of free handouts and discounts in July. …
DWP State Pension payment dates in July based on two-digit code
Both the basic and new State Pension have been uprated by 4.1% this year in line with the triple lock. …
DWP PIP reforms new update as minister says ‘we are taking action’
The Universal Credit and PIP Bill will face its Second Reading on Tuesday …
Full list of PIP and Universal Credit concessions explained
Just days before parliament is due to vote on the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments bill, Labour made some concessions …
DWP urged to review these changes in new benefit system overhaul
Conservative MP Danny Kruger has called on the Department for Work and Pensions to consider reviewing the Motability scheme …
