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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. …
Pensioner squeeze – spending money after essentials hits decade low
The average retiree now has just £569 a week – or £29,588 a year …
