Tag: dwp news
DWP defends PIP reforms amid claims 3.2 million families could lose benefits
The UK Government has been pressed on the “economic impact” of its changes to Personal Independence Payment …
DWP introduces new measures to prevent people fraudulently claiming PIP payments
The DWP has announced new measures to stop people fraudulently claiming Personal Independent Payments – and it’s not the only benefit that will be affected …
Ex-DWP expert shares vital tips to protect your PIP and disability benefits
Disability benefits could be at risk without a few crucial steps, says former DWP employee. …
DWP to offer 100,000 work placements for some benefits claimants
People claiming certain out-of-work benefits have the chance to take part in Sector-Based Work Academy Programmes …
DWP update on raising the tax-free allowance for state pensioners
State pensioners could end up paying income tax on their payments from next year …
DWP update as thousands of people given extra help
The DWP has shared new figures as it commits to helping people get into employment. …
DWP explains how PIP assessments will work after eligibility changes
The qualifying rules are becoming stricter from next year …
DWP explains fraud bank account checks will target these three benefits
Investigators will also be able to directly take funds from a person’s bank account under the new powers …
DWP clarifies Universal Credit eligibility rules as ‘claimants need to report this’
Benefit payment rates increased 1.7% this month including for Universal Credit …
DWP powers to stop people fraudulently claiming PIP
DWP said it is ‘committed’ to cracking down on people who fraudulently claim PIP. …
