Tag: DWP
DWP abandons ‘sick note’ PIP voucher plan as Labour begins eying benefits reform
DWP disability minister Sir Stephen Timms has said the new Labour government has “no intention” of pressing ahead with the widely-derided PIP voucher plan …
DWP to write to over-66s who could claim Pension Credit – and it’s easier than you think
The DWP is set to write to a specific group of over 66s who could claim Pension Credit, yet have not done so, to encourage them to apply for the benefit …
Universal Credit claimants ‘in the dark’ over losing benefits from DWP
Details of widespread confusion and ignorance around how the benefits system operates have been revealed in new studies published by the DWP. …
Labour MP calls for State Pension age compensation vote for WASPI women in update
The ongoing battle for justice for the millions of women affected by changes to the State Pension age has been reignited, with Andy McDonald calling on the DWP to allow MPs to decide on financial redress …
State pensioners urged to check for Winter Fuel Payment code on bank statement
State pensioners can check for a code on their bank statement to make sure they will get the Winter Fuel Payment this winter. …
DWP will cut off these 5 benefits for people who ignore letter on doorstep
The DWP is cutting off benefits for people who ignore a letter dropping onto their doorstep. …
DWP: Exactly how 3.5m Brits can claim extra £622 every month
PIP and ADP claimants may not be aware they can claim extra money if their condition worsens. …
State pensioners handed Christmas bonus cash after losing Winter Fuel Payment
State pensioners across the UK will automatically be sent a Christmas bonus despite losing their Winter Fuel Payment this year. …
DWP confirms major PIP update to tackle a huge number of claims
The Department for Work and Pensions has been seeing ‘unprecedented demand’ for the disability benefit. …
DWP PIP claimants who are most likely to get ongoing payments worth up to £737
The latest DWP figures show more than 1.5 million people have been given a PIP award for five years or longer. …
