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DWP warns fraudsters targeting people claiming Universal Credit, PIP and other benefits
The government department is concerned that benefit claimants are being conned into filling out application forms, providing personal financial information, via scam emails and websites. …
DWP payment could help those in need after Winter Fuel Payment cut
Pensions Minister Emma Reynolds has spoken out on the payments …
Six DWP and HMRC changes in October including State Pension – full list
The DWP and HMRC have announced a series of changes coming into force in October, affecting everyone from self-employed people to benefits claimants. …
DWP plans to monitor bank accounts – privacy campaigners warn of ‘snooper’s charter’
Ministers have been urged not to resurrect Conservative plans to tackle welfare fraud by launching mass algorithmic surveillance – perhaps using Artificial Intelligence – of bank accounts. …
DWP ‘act now’ warning to Brits not to miss out on share of £421m pot
The DWP’s scheme re-opens today, and hundreds of pounds worth of support is up for grabs this winter. …
DWP put PIP and ESA benefit claimants on high alert over important letter
Failing to take action during the right timeframe could risk claimants losing their benefits. …
New DWP fraud powers to monitor bank accounts for excessive savings
The DWP is set to get new powers to check bank accounts for signs of benefits being overpaid – here are the current limits for savings and other capital while claiming benefits …
Big DWP and money changes coming in October including bank accounts, energy and mobiles
The Department for Work and Pensions is making a string of changes next month, including when you’ll be able to apply for the Winter Fuel Payment …
DWP bank account checks branded ‘step too far’ as claimants already wrongly targeted
New powers are coming into law to allow officials to look at claimants’ financial information. …
State pensioners handed £233 after losing Winter Fuel Payment
More financial support with energy bills is available for state pensioners losing their £300 Winter Fuel Payment. …
