The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the largest real-terms increase in benefits for decades. Millions on Universal Credit, PIP, and State Pension will see payments rise by 6.7% from April 2024. Here's what you need to know.
A major new report from the Resolution Foundation calls for a complete reform of Universal Credit, proposing a £22 billion investment to simplify the system and increase payments for millions of struggling families across the UK.
The DWP has confirmed five specific groups eligible for new, targeted financial support to help with the ongoing cost of living crisis. Find out if you qualify.
Exclusive investigation reveals a record £23 billion in unclaimed DWP benefits last year, with Universal Credit the main culprit. Discover if you're one of the millions eligible for missing financial support.
Get an exclusive sneak peek at Waitrose's highly anticipated 2025 Christmas food range. Discover the show-stopping centrepieces, decadent desserts, and innovative canapés set to define your holiday feasting.
A groundbreaking initiative is allowing millions of Britons to transform their rent payments into a powerful tool for building a positive credit history, opening doors to better mortgage rates and financial products.
The UK government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit cap, a move hailed as a 'monumental step' that will lift thousands of children out of poverty and end years of financial hardship for struggling families.
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating impact of the two-child benefit limit, with families facing impossible choices between heating and eating as the cost of living soars.
A teenage boy was forced to sleep rough after being locked out of his family home amid a cruel benefits cut-off. This shocking case exposes the human cost of the UK's welfare system failures.
Don't miss the last posting dates! Our expert guide reveals when to book your Christmas supermarket delivery slot and how to order the perfect festive food online from M&S, Waitrose, Tesco and more.
A former soldier's harrowing story of how the DWP's Universal Credit system and a devastating benefits cut led him to a suicide attempt, exposing the human cost of Britain's welfare crisis.
Exclusive: Universal Credit, PIP, State Pension and ESA payments set for major changes as DWP confirms new payment dates affecting millions of UK households.
Exclusive: Millions on Universal Credit are at risk of having their benefits stopped or reduced. Here are the three crucial actions you must avoid to protect your payments.
Universal Parks & Resorts has officially filed a trademark for 'Universal Bedfordshire,' strongly hinting at a colossal new theme park destined for the UK. This potential blockbuster development could bring the magic of Hollywood to British soil, rivallin
Exclusive: New DWP rules mean thousands on certain benefits will NOT receive the final £299 Cost of Living payment due in February. Check if you're affected and what to do if you're not eligible.
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced a significant change to Universal Credit payment dates affecting millions of claimants. Find out how the new bank holiday schedule will impact your benefits and when you can expect your money.
The sister of a disabled woman who died by suicide reveals how the DWP's Universal Credit system and a brutal benefits assessment left her sibling destitute and despairing, with just pennies to her name.
Millions of Britons on benefits like Universal Credit and State Pension are set to receive a significant boost to their payments this April. Here's the full list of DWP benefits affected by the annual uprating.
The Department for Work and Pensions unveils a major new strategy to help people with health conditions find employment through tailored support and expanded work coach roles.
The UK government's new 'Chance to Work' scheme for disabled benefits claimants is facing fierce criticism from charities and opposition MPs, who warn it will force vulnerable people into unsuitable jobs under threat of losing their financial lifeline.
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced a significant overhaul of its communication rules for benefit claimants. Here's how the new 'right channel' approach will affect you.
The Department for Work and Pensions unveils a new digital platform, 'Connect to Work,' designed to streamline job searches for Universal Credit claimants and tackle labour shortages in key UK sectors.
An official commission delivers a damning verdict on the UK's welfare system, revealing how complex bureaucracy and harsh policies are pushing vulnerable citizens into destitution.
Millions of families across England are missing out on vital free school meal support. Our definitive 2024 guide breaks down the eligibility rules, how to apply, and why so many children are going hungry despite the cost of living crisis.
The official countdown to Christmas Day 2024 is on! With just 115 sleeps remaining, discover expert tips for budgeting, gift-buying, and organising the perfect stress-free festive season in the UK.
Millions on Universal Credit are set for a significant income boost as the DWP implements its annual uprating. Here's how much extra you'll get and when.
The UK's most senior bishops, including the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, launch a powerful condemnation of the two-child benefit limit, branding it a 'cruel and unjust' policy driving children into poverty.
A massive DWP shake-up has seen benefits stopped for hundreds of thousands. Here's what's happening and how to avoid your payments being cut off.
Exclusive: Thousands of UK benefit claimants face sudden payment cuts as the DWP intensifies its review process. Discover the six key benefits under scrutiny and how to protect your income.
Urgent warning for millions on Universal Credit, PIP, and State Pension as DWP outlines critical procedures for claimants if payments are abruptly halted. Essential reading to protect your income.