Tag: money
Fury as HMRC delays force people to wait months for tax refunds
The delays appear to hit employers’ PAYE and the Construction Industry Scheme particularly hard. …
Families warned over ‘extremely unfair’ six-month council tax ‘penalty’
Families that are left a home after a relative dies are being warned to be on high alert over unexpected council tax charges on the inherited properties …
Going on holiday could see Universal Credit payments stopped
Universal Credit claimants are required to immediately notify the DWP of any changes in circumstances – and this includes going on holiday …
Martin Lewis urges people between these ages to get railcard
The travel card, worth £100, could be obtained through Santander bank and only requires you to put away £50 in a savings account …
State Pension DWP letter update following rate increase
The annual increase in State Pensions and benefits was implemented on April 7. …
BBC TV licence fee petition for over-75s has 50,000 signatures – despite Government reject
An online petition urging the Government to abolish the BBC TV licence fee for all over the State Pension age has garnered thousands of signatures. …
Savers warned over HMRC surprise taxes amid frozen allowances and rising interest rates
Taxpayers aren’t supposed to register for self-assessment unless prompted by HMRC. …
DWP to target up to 760,000 pensioners in new data sharing plans to boost income by £4,300
The DWP is working alongside HM Revenue and Customs to make better use of data to identify households that might be eligible for Pension Credit …
Fresh Blue Badge update for everyone renewing or applying for permit
The permits allow people with mobility problems to park closer to their destination making it easier for them to get out and about …
Households can apply for £200 support payment now
The Household Support Fund has been extended seven times now, with the latest round of funding available up until April 2026 …
