45 h. ago People nearing State Pension age this year can no longer claim these benefits

Some people may not be aware of benefits or payments which can no longer be claimed after reaching retirement age.

Politics

57 h. ago DWP confirms two new cost of living schemes with cash payments from April this year

The new schemes will come into force from April

Economics

59 h. ago DWP confirms changes in circumstances people claiming Pension Credit must tell or risk losing it

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

Economics

62 h. ago Digested week: despite the Golden Globes being a joke, the audience keep turning up

Is there any circumstance on Earth that would make these people, in all their finery, sit this thing out?The truest thing ever said about the Golden Globes was by Tina Fey when she hosted the awards in 2019 and described the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, a group of junket hacks, as operating out of the “back booth of a French McDonalds”. The HFPA was disbanded in 2023 after allegations of racism, but 95 former members retained voting rights and on Monday, the show went on. Continue reading...

Events

66 h. ago New assessment update for people on devolved disability benefits

New and existing claimants of Adult, Child or Pension Age Disability Payments may get a ‘client consultation’ instead.

Politics

67 h. ago Some DWP PIP claimants over State Pension age may be due backdated payments

The legislative change stems from a tribunal decision on May 22, 2020

Economics

3 d. ago New Winter Fuel Payment update for pensioners waiting on payment of up to £300

DWP has confirmed the automatic Winter Fuel Payment window will close later this month.

Economics

3 d. ago DWP confirms new payments to help struggling households from April 2026

The new £1 billion-a-year fund launches on April 1, 2026 and will see direct cash 'crisis payments' handed out

Economics

3 d. ago Full list of benefits only people over State Pension age can claim

There are more than a dozen benefits and discounts available for men and women aged over 66.

Politics

5 d. ago New DWP update for pensioners claiming £4,300 State Pension top

Pension Credit claims can also be backdated by up to three months and unlock access to other financial support.

Economics

5 d. ago Pensioners claiming new health benefit this week could receive first payment this month

The average processing time for new Pension Age Disability Payment claims is seven working days.

Economics

6 d. ago DWP confirms full list of 178 medical conditions that qualify for up to £187.45 weekly payment

Full list of medical conditions that qualify for PIP as of October 25

Economics

9 d. ago Viral credit score hack puts consumers at risk of jail, FTC warns

‘The truth is, credit repair companies can’t legally remove information from your credit report if it’s accurate and current,’ the Federal Trade Commission said

Events

9 d. ago DWP confirms new Cold Weather Payments for 74 postcode areas in the north

Areas covered include Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland and parts of Northumberland and County Durham

Economics

9 d. ago DWP confirms rules as these claimants could get 'lump sum' back payments

Millions of benefit claimants can request to go through the process

Economics

1 week ago Major changes could affect eligibility criteria for PIP mobility award

The DWP has confirmed a comprehensive review of Personal Independence Payment eligibility affecting 3.2 million Blue Badge holders

Events

1 week ago Pensioners with health issues urged to contact charity for help claiming up to £441 every month

Independent Age can help older people with health issues claim Attendance Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment.

Economics

1 week ago All 17 changes Universal Credit claimants need to report or risk losing payments

Failing to report changes in personal circumstances could lead to serious consequences including benefit fraud prosecution and payments being stopped

Events

1 week ago DWP benefits you can and cannot claim after reaching State Pension age

Around 13 million people receive State Pension worth up to £230.25 a week, with some benefits stopping at pension age while others continue

Politics

1 week ago People reaching State Pension age can no longer claim these benefits

Some people may not be aware of benefits or payments which can no longer be claimed after reaching retirement age.

Politics