DWP confirms millions more eligible for benefits support
In a sweeping benefits overhaul, the DWP has confirmed millions more working Britons could qualify for vital financial support including PIP, Carer's Allowance and Universal Credit.
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Australia's remote work-for-dole scheme faces Indigenous exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial remote employment program risks collapse as Indigenous participants abandon scheme in droves, raising urgent questions about welfare policy effectiveness.
DWP rule change could cut benefits for thousands
Major changes to Personal Independence Payment assessments could see many claimants losing vital financial support as the DWP introduces controversial new review procedures.
DWP Shake-Up: 4 Key Benefits Face Payment Changes
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is rolling out significant changes to how millions of Britons on Universal Credit, PIP, State Pension, and ESA will receive their payments. Here's what you need to know.
DWP Plans Major Welfare Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit
Exclusive investigation reveals how proposed Department for Work and Pensions reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments could dramatically reduce support for disabled claimants amid cost-of-living crisis.
DWP Faces Backlash Over £12bn Welfare Cuts Plan
Labour's Pat McFadden condemns DWP's planned £12 billion welfare cuts, warning they will severely impact disabled individuals and low-income families reliant on Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments.
Labour's Britain: Jobless Hotspots Mapped in Shock Revelation
An explosive new analysis exposes the UK's unemployment blackspots, with traditional Labour strongholds dominating the list of areas poised to receive increased welfare support.
DWP begins reassessing thousands on sickness benefits
Major changes are coming for those on health-related benefits as the DWP launches a new 'Work Capability Assessment' review. Find out how it affects you and what you need to do next.
Farage Calls for Radical Overhaul of UK Welfare System
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage calls for a complete overhaul of the UK's welfare system, claiming it discourages work and fosters dependency. He targets 'sick note culture' and pledges to make employment more attractive than benefits.
Farage: Stop Benefits for Those Who Refuse Work
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage unveils a hardline welfare policy, proposing to strip benefits from those refusing employment, in a major intervention on the UK's welfare debate.
BHA Launches Urgent Inquiry Into Trainer Over Horse Welfare
The British Horseracing Authority has opened a formal investigation into trainer Kitts Hillsin Barnes following grave concerns over the condition of horses at his yard, with one animal tragically euthanised.
Universal Credit: Think Tank Proposes £22bn Overhaul
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.
DWP to Scrap PIP Benefit in Major Welfare Overhaul
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is set to replace the PIP system with a new personalised benefit, marking the biggest welfare shake-up in a decade. Get the full details on the new timeline and what it means for millions of claimants.
Centrelink welfare payments to increase slightly from September
Over 4.7 million Australians receiving Centrelink support, including Age Pension and JobSeeker, will see a modest rise in their payments from 20 September 2025, following the latest CPI indexation.
Centrelink Crackdown: New Welfare Data Blitz Begins
The Australian government launches a new data-matching blitz to slash Centrelink payments for those receiving benefits they may not be entitled to, sparking debate over welfare integrity.
Disability Benefit Surge: 100,000 New Claims After Labour Shift
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.
DWP Confirms Timeline for Major PIP Benefit Overhaul
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the detailed timeline for its radical reform of Personal Independence Payment, moving away from cash payments to a new system of tailored support.
DWP Fast-Tracks 178 Health Conditions for PIP Benefits
In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of
UK Scraps Two-Child Benefit Cap in Major Policy U-Turn
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.
Teen, 16, locked out of home in benefits row
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.
Millions miss out on £6,750 DWP benefits
Exclusive: Over 1.4 million UK households are failing to claim vital Pension Credit support worth thousands. Our guide reveals how to check eligibility and secure your entitlement.
I Tried to Kill Myself After Universal Credit Cut Me Off
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.
UN Condemns UK Welfare Cuts as 'Cruel' - Labour Reacts
A United Nations human rights expert has issued a damning indictment of the UK's welfare reforms, warning that cuts to Personal Independence Payments are pushing disabled people into poverty. Labour accuses the government of creating a 'hostile environmen
IFS: Labour's special needs reform 'not fit for purpose'
A bombshell report from the Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes critical flaws in Labour's proposed special needs reforms, warning of a deepening crisis in SEND funding and a potential postcode lottery for vulnerable children across the UK.
Sturgeon: Scotland's £27.4bn Benefits Bill Unsustainable
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon delivers stark warning about Scotland's devolved social security system, revealing benefits spending has surged by £7.4bn since 2015. Exclusive analysis shows the growing strain on public finances.
Sunak's radical plan to overhaul UK's sick note system
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a radical crackdown on Britain's sick note culture, aiming to overhaul the welfare system and reduce the record number of people deemed unfit for work.
Badenoch Denies UK in Secret IMF Bailout Talks
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has categorically denied that the UK is in talks with the IMF for a financial bailout, calling the speculation 'ridiculous' amidst growing concerns over the nation's debt and welfare spending.
Labour appoints McFadden to lead DWP benefits overhaul
In a major reshuffle, Labour appoints Pat McFadden to spearhead a sweeping transformation of the UK's welfare and benefits system, signalling a decisive break from DWP's past policies.
Mum Uses Disability Benefits to Pay for 'Lifesaving' Fat Jabs
A UK mother's revelation that she uses her disability benefits to pay for weight-loss jabs like Wegovy has ignited a fierce national debate on welfare spending, medical ethics, and obesity treatment.
82 Health Conditions Qualifying for DWP Financial Support
Exclusive guide reveals the complete list of health conditions and disabilities that could make you eligible for vital DWP financial support, including PIP and ESA.
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