12 h. ago DWP confirms full list of those who will get £300 Winter Fuel Payment

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that over nine million people born before September 22, 1959 will be entitled to receive between £100 and £300 to help with increased heating costs during the winter months.

Economics

16 h. ago DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment amounts due for every pensioner household

Payments of between £100 and £300 will be issued later this year.

Economics

65 h. ago PIP assessment explained as majority of consultations conducted over phone

The DWP has confirmed that the vast majority of assessments are being carried out over the phone, this is what it means for claimants

Politics

67 h. ago DWP winter fuel payment full list as £300 to land in accounts

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that between £100-£300 will be paid to retirees who qualify

Economics

69 h. ago DWP confirms cut to six benefits next year as letters sent out

The DWP is in the process of phasing out the benefits which affects millions of people

Politics

3 d. ago DWP confirms plans to change Attendance Allowance for people making a new claim

Nearly 1.7 million State Pensioners are now receiving either £73.90 or £110.40 each week through Attendance Allowance.

Politics

3 d. ago DWP confirms full list of groups who aren't eligible for winter fuel payment

There are five groups of people who will not get the winter fuel payment

Economics

4 d. ago New study reveals what can REALLY heal your liver after drinking

Scientists analysing records from 60,000 adults found that two lifestyle factors dramatically cut alcohol-related liver deaths, with the greatest benefits seen in those at high risk.

Politics

4 d. ago SNP Social Justice Secretary says Labour and Tory welfare cuts are election 'dividing line'

EXCLUSIVE: Shirley-Anne Somerville said the SNP will not cut benefits or restrict eligibility.

Politics

5 d. ago DWP confirms how long people on PIP may need to wait for award review

PIP awards are typically issued for between nine months and 10 years.

Events

6 d. 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

6 d. ago PIP assessment tips as DWP confirms most consultations conducted over the phone

PIP assessments can be conducted in-person and by phone or video call.

Economics

7 d. ago DWP confirms full list of everyone who will get winter fuel payment

The winter fuel payment has been a contentious subject after Labour scrapped the payout for millions last winter

Economics

7 d. ago Confirmed DWP cut off date when you need to be born to get 2025 winter fuel payment

The Government has confirmed that nine million people who missed out on the Winter Fuel Payment last winter will receive the £300 benefit this time around

Economics

9 d. ago DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment won't go to these five groups

The DWP Winter Fuel Payment aims to help cover some of the cost of heating homes, giving people born before September 22, 1959, up to £300 to help keep homes warm

Economics

1 week ago DWP confirms five groups of people will not get Winter Fuel Payment

Following a u-turn by the Labour government millions more people will qualify for the Winter Fuel Payment but millions more will still miss out

Economics

1 week ago DWP confirms thousands of young people across the UK to get training and work support

The UK Government aims to ensure all 18-21-year-olds get the chance to ‘earn or learn’.

Economics

1 week 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

1 week 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

1 week ago DWP confirms full list of benefits that will be paid early due to August bank holiday weekend

The early payment arrangement will apply to all major benefits this week

Economics