Tag: benefits
DWP makes major Universal Credit update as Liz Kendall corrects ‘issue’
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an update for those who pay rent and claim Universal Credit …
Fury as nearly £480m deducted from Universal Credit in ‘unlawful’ process
Since 2017, the Department for Work and Pensions has allowed social landlords to request direct deductions from tenants’ UC payments if they fell into rent arrears. …
DWP to get people with ‘invisible’ disabilities back into work
The DWP has addressed what it plans for people with fibromyalgia, ADHD and other invisible disabilities …
DWP overhaul: 87 disabilities may no longer qualify for PIP
The government is considering sweeping changes to the PIP system, which provides financial assistance to those with conditions that impact their daily lives …
DWP Universal Credit refund warning as people could be owed money – how to check
The DWP has issued a warning to Universal Credit claimants who could be due a refund. …
DWP is using AI to check applications for these benefits
Claimed by millions, Universal Credit and PIP are among the key benefits designed to support those in financial hardship or with long-term disabilities. …
DWP to pay some mums £184 a week
Mums can get up to £184.03 a week in Maternity Allowance payments but only if they meet the certain requirements including working a certain number of weeks …
State pensioners born before 1959 can add extra £5,644 to pension with DWP benefit
Eligible pensioners can add up to £5,644 per year to their pension pot. …
Thousands of households to get water bill discount – are you eligible?
Households in some parts of the country are set to receive discounts on their water bills this year as part of a social tariff aimed at those struggling …
DWP benefits claimants could be owed £5,000 after error – how to see if you qualify
The DWP is understood to have lost a legal challenge over disability benefits and 15,000 people may now be in line for a financial payout …
