Tag: universal credit
DWP explains major new £217.26 Universal Credit change
The Government says it is to put more money ‘in the pockets of working people on Universal Credit’ …
DWP responds to question over Universal Credit payment deductions
A question was submitted to the Department for Work and Pensions over fears Universal Credit payments could be cut …
Millions across UK set for around £900 pay rise
Ministers have flagged up the rise as part of a wider cost-of-living package …
DWP reveals exact amount in bank accounts to perform checks for 1 benefit
The move is part of a major Government clampdown on benefits fraud and overpayment. …
DWP Cold Weather Payments triggered in 31 more postcodes – full list
Payments are issued to certain benefit claimants when temperatures drop below zero for at least one week. …
Little-known DWP deadline that could cost you £2,472 per year
The government is making a benefit change that will affect payments this year. …
DWP Cold Weather Payment triggered in 441 areas in UK – full list of postcodes
The freezing conditions that have hit the nation have triggered cold weather payments for more than 660,000 households. …
‘I was handed £150 and a free electric blanket – I didn’t know this support existed’
EXCLUSIVE: The 45-year-old described the support as “one of life’s wins”. …
How to check if your postcode is eligible for DWP cold weather payment
The payments are made to eligible households every time the average temperature in their area drops below freezing for seven days in a row. …
DWP confirms key new year Universal Credit payment date change
Benefit claimants should prepare for the payment change in advance. …
