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Triple lock update as new figures indicate ‘smaller’ state pension increase
The latest numbers are “worrying” for those living on a tight budget, an expert has warned …
DWP papers raise doubts over £160 billion surplus unlocking
The sobering figures from the DWP come in an impact assessment report …
DWP issues urgent warning to Brits to ‘beware’ of new energy bill text scam
The DWP has shared new guidance on what to do if you come across the scam text. …
Thousands on State Pension urged to claim DWP boosts
Many older people are thought to be missing out on a separate DWP benefit. …
New DWP support for thousands born between these two years
The Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall, has unveiled a £45 million Youth Guarantee scheme …
MPs condemn ‘bizarre’ state pension rule as 500,000 get no triple lock increase
Some state pensioners get just £60 a week – less than half the standard full rate …
State pensioners urged to fill in this DWP form to claim £7,800
Hundreds of thousands of people have been affected by the issue …
DWP alert over Pension Credit payments for older people going on holiday
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued guidance for older people who are currently claiming Pension Credit and plan to go on holiday this summer …
DWP ‘failure’ as people claiming benefits ‘face harm’
Debbie Abrahams MP, Chair of the Committee, said the system is failing some of the most vulnerable people in society …
DWP confirms State Pension boost for thousands – but it’s not much
The additional state pension amount will add just over £1 a month to payments …
