13 h. ago DWP change to affect GP surgeries across nine areas in the country

DWP Secretary Pat McFadden pledged to give people a 'hand up, not a hand out' as he set out plans to get 300,000 people with an illness or disability into work by 2030

Politics

48 h. 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

3 d. ago DWP full list of Universal Credit changes coming from April 2026

Labour has previously said the the reforms are needed to 'rebalance' the benefits system, but critics argue that many of the changes will reduce support for people most in need

Politics

3 d. ago DWP to send millions of UK households letters about changes to major payment

The DWP is sending out letters to millions of pensioners this month

Economics

6 d. 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

6 d. ago DWP timeline for PIP eligibility changes for new and existing claimants

PIP reforms have been put on hold until a comprehensive review of the benefit has been completed.

Politics

8 d. ago DWP Personal Independence Payment claimants must report 15 changes or risk losing benefit

You must contact the Personal Independence Payment enquiry line straight away if certain circumstances change

Events

9 d. ago People on PIP never need to report any of these changes to the DWP

Not every change in circumstances will affect your entitlement to PIP or see payments paused.

Politics

9 d. ago DWP rule change could see thousands stripped of benefit payments

The Government is promising every young person out of work for 18 months a paid job, apprenticeship, or college place - but the pledge comes with a warning

Politics

1 week ago DWP Attendance Allowance claimants must report nine changes or risk losing benefit

There are 1,859,539 cases of entitlement of Attendance Allowance across the country

Events

1 week ago DWP Attendance Allowance key changes to report or risk penalties

The DWP has issued a warning to Attendance Allowance claimants that there are several changes in circumstances which must be reported to the government department as soon as possible

Events

1 week ago DWP warning as Brits risk having benefits stopped or reduced

Failing to tell the DWP about a change in circumstances could have some serious consequences.

Events

1 week ago DWP warns millions of Brits could see benefits stopped due to this mistake

You must inform the DWP of any changes in circumstances or risk having payments stopped.

Events

2 w. ago Big DWP State Pension change confirmed for people with these birthdates

People can expect letters from DWP

Economics

2 w. ago People on PIP must report certain changes or DWP monthly payments of up to £749 could stop

PIP claimants may also have to pay a penalty if they give the DWP wrong information.

Economics

2 w. ago DWP warns millions of Universal Credit claimants about changes

The DWP is urging people claiming Universal Credit to report changes using their online account to avoid any potential overpayment

Events

2 w. ago DWP changes to Universal Credit for millions due to start in April

The Universal Credit Act 2025 is now an Act of Parliament after receiving Royal Assent on September 3, with the DWP announcing a number of changes for millions of households

Politics

2 w. ago DWP announces Universal Credit changes for millions of households after new law

The Universal Credit Act 2025 is now an Act of Parliament after receiving Royal Assent on September 3, with the DWP announcing a number of changes for millions of households

Society

2 w. ago People claiming Pension Credit must tell DWP of 10 changes in circumstance or risk losing it

There are ten changes in circumstance people on Pension Credit should report to the DWP as soon as possible

Events

2 w. ago Full list of DWP changes to Universal Credit due to start in April

Nearly four million households will see an annual income boost estimated to be worth £725 under new reforms.

Politics