81 m. ago DWP confirms it will not delay Universal Credit health element changes from April

The DWP has responded to a cross-party group of MPs' concerns over the changes

Science

1 hour ago DWP confirms Universal Credit health element changes from April 2026

The DWP has confirmed it will proceed with reducing Universal Credit health element for new claimants from April 2026, despite concerns from cross-party MPs

Politics

14 h. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit health element changes will start in April

New Universal Credit changes will see around four million households get an annual income boost estimated to be worth £725.

Science

16 h. ago Change one credit card habit this month to improve your financial chances

Credit utilisation could be the key to improving your credit worthiness in 2026.

Politics

20 h. ago DWP benefit changes in 2026, Universal Credit, PIP and State Pension

Experts have pulled together a full list of all the known changes due in the next 12 months, including the end of legacy benefits and increases in others

Politics

3 d. ago All the DWP Universal Credit changes coming in 2026 including new payment rates

Universal Credit is claimed by more than eight million people in the UK and it is paid by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

Politics

6 d. ago All the universal credit changes coming in 2026 that you need to know about

Some claimants will need to take action by January 5

Politics

7 d. ago DWP Universal Credit warning as 17 changes must be reported or risk penalties

The Department for Work and Pensions has warned that failing to report specific changes in circumstances could lead to court action

Events

8 d. ago DWP Universal Credit and other benefit payment changes this Christmas and Boxing Day

People expecting to receive Universal Credit today (on December 25) or 26 should have received it instead on December 24

Politics

1 week ago How do I improve my credit score? Quick wins, critical changes and fixing poor financial history

Your score can affect your chances of getting the product you want - or could land you more favourable terms

Culture

1 week ago Boxing champ Tyson Fury and his family have sensationally quit the UK after Rachel Reeves’ tax

BOXING champ Tyson Fury has quit the UK for the tax-friendly Isle of Man - after Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ knockout financial blows to his wealth. The heavyweight boxer, 37, who shares seven children with wife Paris, 36, is living in a six-bedroom £8million mansion near to the capital of Douglas after Reeves hiked taxes here...

Politics

2 w. ago Holy Land's top Catholic leader visits Gaza parish, greeted by children in Santa hats and keffiyeh

The top Catholic leader in the Holy Land has visited the Gaza Strip’s only Catholic church, sharing a message of Christmas hope and support as conditions in the war-torn territory slowly improve while the Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds into its third month

Politics

2 w. ago Universal Credit update for claimants impacted by payments change

The DWP has provided an update about the new move to Universal Credit, with 2.3 million claimants sent migration notices between July 2022 and September 2025

Politics

2 w. ago DWP Universal Credit update for claimants impacted by payments change

Thousands of claimants need to make a change

Politics

2 w. ago Universal Credit changes you must report to DWP or payments could stop

Nearly 8.4m Universal Credit claimants across Wales and the UK must report changes including address moves, bank details and rent changes or risk penalty fines or court action

Politics

2 w. ago Universal Credit changes people must report or DWP payments could stop

There are nearly 20 changes in circumstances which must be reported to the DWP as soon as possible.

Politics

2 w. ago DWP update for people on PIP and legacy benefits before changes start in April

Changes to Universal Credit are set to start from the new financial year.

Politics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges DWP boss to ‘investigate and fix’ current Universal Credit rules

More than 8 million people on Universal Credit could be missing out on a chance to improve their financial situation.

Economics

3 w. ago DWP payment date changes for Universal Credit, State Pension and more over Christmas and New Year

Benefit payment dates will be disrupted for certain claimants due to three upcoming Bank Holidays

Economics

3 w. ago Taxpayer left with hefty bill from high UK borrowing costs – report

The IPPR said the ‘premium’ added to UK borrowing is finally easing back as financial markets have backed the Chancellor’s plans.

Economics