Tag: DWP
Blue badge update for people on PIP after welfare reform change
Liz Kendall confirmed who “will not be affected” by the reform …
DWP warns state pensioners over text messages from criminals
The DWP is urging people to watch out for fake text messages designed to steal personal and financial details. …
Government confirms date when workers and retirees will face bank account ‘monitoring’
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the start date for its new powers to tackle fraud in the welfare system …
BBC Expert says two groups ‘will need to apply’ for £300 winter fuel payment in 2025
For most people the cash will be sent automatically to their accounts – but some will miss out if they don’t contact the DWP …
DWP benefits given to people with obesity, alcoholism and acne
Altogether, 1.75 million people in England received the higher level of PIP in April 2025 – an increase from 734,136 in January 2019. …
Tory questions ‘legality’ of DWP PIP changes ahead of key decision
The Prime Minister is braced for a rebellion of 39 Labour MPs in a key vote on his Government’s welfare reforms, after defending his “proud” record of a year in power …
State pensioners can get 10 freebies and discounts in July worth £14,214
Pensioners could unlock more than £14,000 worth of free handouts and discounts in July. …
DWP State Pension payment dates in July based on two-digit code
Both the basic and new State Pension have been uprated by 4.1% this year in line with the triple lock. …
DWP PIP reforms new update as minister says ‘we are taking action’
The Universal Credit and PIP Bill will face its Second Reading on Tuesday …
WASPI state pension compensation fight update as Starmer told to cave in
The Women Against State Pension Inequality campaign has issued a statement as Downing Street reels from a series of U-turns …
