3 h. ago DWP claimants on eight benefits to get their bank accounts inspected

The Department for Work and Pensions is set to be given new powers to check the bank accounts of millions of benefit claimants

Economics

3 h. ago DWP's upcoming bank account checks to target claimants on eight benefits

The fraud checks are likely to target claimants on these eight benefits

Economics

53 h. ago DWP confirms timeline for PIP eligibility reforms for new and existing claimants

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

Politics

56 h. ago Full list as Attendance Allowance claimants must contact DWP

Failing to report a wide variety of changes could lead to you losing your Attendance Allowance entitlement

Politics

56 h. ago All the DWP Attendance Allowance changes that must be reported

The DWP has issued a warning to Attendance Allowance claimants

Politics

3 d. ago Major money changes in September including bank closures and free childcare

We've round up the main money changes coming up in September, affecting a range of people including bank account holders, groceries shoppers, homeowners, savers and benefits claimants

Economics

8 d. ago Six conditions that could award DWP PIP claimants maximum payment

Latest DWP figures show that more than 3.7 million people in the UK are claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) - and these are the conditions likely to receive the maximum DWP PIP award length

Events

2 w. ago DWP start date for new Eligibility Verification and ‘monitoring’ bank accounts to stop benefit fraud

The Eligibility Verification Measure will not give DWP direct access to bank accounts or enable investigators to see how people on benefits spend their money.

Economics

2 w. ago DWP PIP assessment changes confirmed for new and existing claimants

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that the majority of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments are being carried out over the phone

Politics

2 w. ago New DWP update on PIP assessment changes for new and existing claimants

PIP assessments can be conducted in person, by video call or over the phone.

Politics

2 w. ago Over 340,000 benefit claimants lose support as DWP closes claims

New data from the DWP shows hundreds of thousands of people will not be given support

Politics

2 w. ago Universal Credit claimants can take holidays but end up in court for one DWP reason

You may need to inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if you are planning to go abroad. You must also remain eligible for the benefit both when you leave and throughout your entire trip

Events

2 w. ago DWP issue full list of holiday rules anyone claiming Universal Credit must follow

Full DWP guidance for Universal Credit claimants going abroad for extended periods of time

Politics

3 w. ago DWP warning to people on State Pension, PIP or other benefits using a mobile phone

DWP is urging people to watch out for fake text messages designed to steal personal and financial data.

Events

3 w. ago DWP to axe benefit and move claimants to Universal Credit by next spring in major change

The DWP has confirmed that it will scrap a benefit and move claimants to Universal Credit by March 2026.

Politics

3 w. ago August bank holiday update for benefit and pension payment dates

The usual payment date will be changing due to the bank holiday

Economics

3 w. ago Universal Credit households told to check bank accounts now for surprise payment

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that benefit payments that were due this Monday bank holiday (August 25) will be paid today (August 22) instead

Economics

4 w. ago August Bank Holiday benefits payments: DWP moves up UK benefits, pension payments – when you'll get your cash

Millions of families can expect their benefits early this week 🎉

Economics

4 w. ago DWP report reveals PIP claimants may be missing out on thousands in payments

The latest report from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) shows thousands of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants could be getting paid less than they're entitled to - here's what we know

Events

4 w. ago DWP PIP claimants could see monthly payments rise to almost £800

The DWP has confirmed that Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will continue to rise in line with September's inflation rate, with the relevant figures expected in mid-October

Economics