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DWP underpaid state pensioners by staggering £450m in ‘sharp rise of error’
The Department for Work and Pensions has released a new report revealing the striking figures. …
DWP urges Brits born between two dates to make vital check now
Millions of people could be affected by changes in State Pension rules …
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 …
