Tag: benefits
DWP confirms new PIP changes in April 2026
The changes will be made to help reduce a backlog and reform the “broken” welfare system. …
Little-known DWP deadline that could cost you £2,472 per year
The government is making a benefit change that will affect payments this year. …
DWP confirms increase for PIP, DLA and Attendance Allowance from April
The DWP has announced proposed new payment rates for disability benefits with a 3.8% increase affecting 3.9 million PIP claimants from April 2026. …
DWP Cold Weather Payment triggered in 441 areas in UK – full list of postcodes
The freezing conditions that have hit the nation have triggered cold weather payments for more than 660,000 households. …
Every reason you might have to repay DWP benefits – and what to do if you think it’s wrong
Thousands of people could have to return money they have been paid by the Department of Work and Pensions for a number of reasons …
Households urged to contact DWP in January for bonus payment
Eligible households will receive a one-off tax-free payment. …
‘I was handed £150 and a free electric blanket – I didn’t know this support existed’
EXCLUSIVE: The 45-year-old described the support as “one of life’s wins”. …
State pensioners can get 12 freebies and discounts worth £14,139 in January
Eligible pensioners can claim more than £14,000 worth of freebies and discounts in January. …
Exact date you should receive one DWP payment by – and what to do if you don’t
You should have received it by January 1 …
HMRC urges people earning under £100,000 to ‘unlock’ £2,000 cash boost
Households can get up to £500 every three months from HMRC if eligible. …
