21 h. ago Full list of DWP changes to PIP and Universal Credit due to start next year

DWP has announced additional protections for millions of vulnerable people on benefits.

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33 h. ago Everything you need to know about DWP disability benefit cuts as major changes unveiled

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has published the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill to enact plans to slash £5billion from the welfare bill by 2030

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39 h. ago DWP says transitional payments scheme for those losing Pip ‘one of most generous ever’ – UK politics live

Department for Work and Pensions publishes text of bill cutting benefits and claims three-month transitional period is ‘one of most generous ever’Angela Rayner, the deputy PM, will be taking PMQs shortly. And she will be up against Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary.When Kemi Badenoch became Tory leader, she did not appoint a deputy (or even a “de factor deputy”, a post that has existed in Tory politics in recent years) and she said she would decide who would stand in for her at PMQs on a case by case basis. Alex Burghart, the shadow Cabinet Office minister, got the gig the first time Starmer was away.Chris Philp follows Alex Burghart in rotating for Kemi Badenoch at PMQs. One Westminster wag asks “When is it going to be Robert Jenrick’s turn?”We have this profound challenge of the number of people joining the armed forces being outweighed by the outflow the people leaving. So ultimately its about retention.And the number one issue reason cited in last month’s attitude survey fo...

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39 h. ago DWP announces update on PIP changes ahead of major benefits shake up

It is thought proposed changes to PIP will slash benefits for about 800,000 people

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41 h. ago PMQs: Rayner signals UK would not join any US attack on Iran – UK politics live

Deputy prime minister says government seeking a diplomatic approachAngela Rayner, the deputy PM, will be taking PMQs shortly. And she will be up against Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary.When Kemi Badenoch became Tory leader, she did not appoint a deputy (or even a “de factor deputy”, a post that has existed in Tory politics in recent years) and she said she would decide who would stand in for her at PMQs on a case by case basis. Alex Burghart, the shadow Cabinet Office minister, got the gig the first time Starmer was away.Chris Philp follows Alex Burghart in rotating for Kemi Badenoch at PMQs. One Westminster wag asks “When is it going to be Robert Jenrick’s turn?”We have this profound challenge of the number of people joining the armed forces being outweighed by the outflow the people leaving. So ultimately its about retention.And the number one issue reason cited in last month’s attitude survey for the armed forces for leaving was family life. We know the quality of housing ...

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42 h. ago PMQs: Angela Rayner and Chris Philp clash over migration – UK politics live

Deputy prime minister and shadow home secretary clash over Conservatives’ Rwanda scheme and small boat arrivalsAngela Rayner, the deputy PM, will be taking PMQs shortly. And she will be up against Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary.When Kemi Badenoch became Tory leader, she did not appoint a deputy (or even a “de factor deputy”, a post that has existed in Tory politics in recent years) and she said she would decide who would stand in for her at PMQs on a case by case basis. Alex Burghart, the shadow Cabinet Office minister, got the gig the first time Starmer was away.Chris Philp follows Alex Burghart in rotating for Kemi Badenoch at PMQs. One Westminster wag asks “When is it going to be Robert Jenrick’s turn?”We have this profound challenge of the number of people joining the armed forces being outweighed by the outflow the people leaving. So ultimately its about retention.And the number one issue reason cited in last month’s attitude survey for the armed forces for leaving was ...

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60 h. ago DWP issues PIP claimant update ahead of major welfare reforms

The DWP has released new data on the number of people claiming PIP ahead of sweeping eligibility reforms due to take place next year

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3 d. ago DWP explains work options for PIP claimants who lose benefits in major reforms

The Department for Work and Pension has published its response to the Labour Party's Pathways to Work Green Paper - which sets out plans to reform disability and incapacity benefits

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5 d. ago New walking trend promises major health benefits in little time

Japanese walking is based on interval-style bursts of fast and slow walking

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5 d. ago Two groups of Brits may need to 'apply' for reinstated £300 DWP payment says BBC expert

The DWP has announced that the winter fuel allowance will return this year and be paid in November and December to 9 million extra pensioners - but some may have to apply

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6 d. ago DWP update on PIP and Universal Credit reforms amid backlash over plans

The UK Government is pressing ahead with its plans to cut benefits, but additional protections are set to be added to the Welfare Reform Bill

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6 d. ago New DWP update on planned reforms to PIP and Universal Credit due next week

The Welfare Reform Bill will contain additional protections to support those affected by DWP changes.

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7 d. ago PIP update for people due DWP assessment before reforms start next year

Proposed changes to PIP are set to come into effect for new and existing claimants from November 2026.

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8 d. ago DWP changes in full as Rachel Reeves announces Spending Review for 'working people'

After weeks of intense behind-the-scenes wrangling over who gets what, Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled her Spending Review after the Labour Government U-turned on cuts to the Winter Fuel Payment

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1 week ago DWP announces it will offer £300 payment to millions in one income bracket

The government has confirmed more people will get support - here is everything you need to know

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1 week ago Winter fuel payments to benefit nine million pensioners after major u

The Scottish Parliament will receive a funding boost after the re-think by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

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2 w. ago Blue Badge update for people on PIP due to move to new disability payment this summer

A letter about the Blue Badge scheme will be issued following the pIP transfer to Adult Disability Payment.

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2 w. ago 'Thousands of children' in Manchester will benefit from major free school meal change

The changes will come into effect next year

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2 w. ago DWP to reform PIP payments next year – full list of those who will keep benefit

The DWP has provided a new update on the forthcoming changes to PIP, which will provide crucial financial support to two groups of claimants

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2 w. ago Major bus routes plan to benefit thousands of passengers in local communities

Thousands of bus passengers who rely on 'lifeline' routes to get to work, school or the doctors’ will be protected from sudden cuts to services at short-notice

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