5 d. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit health element changes will start in April

New Universal Credit changes will see around four million households get an annual income boost estimated to be worth £725.

Science

7 d. ago Expected new DWP PIP rates for all eight types of awards in 2026

The DWP will confirm the new payment rates for State Pensions and benefits for the 2026/27 financial year just before the Autumn Budget on November 26

Events

7 d. ago DWP confirms every benefit eligible for £150 energy help if claimed on this date

UK households are in line for a £150 cut on their energy bills courtesy of the Warm Home Discount scheme but they must be claiming certain benefits on one key date

Economics

8 d. ago DWP confirms who will get Christmas Bonus payment this year and when – see full list

Millions of Brits will automatically receive a small Christmas bonus to get them through the holiday season; but not everyone will receive the money at the same time

Economics

8 d. ago DWP confirms group of pensioners that need to claim Winter Fuel Payment manually

Most pensioners will automatically be given the financial help to keep their homes warm over the winter

Economics

8 d. ago DWP confirms everyone who gets Christmas bonus, including PIP and DLA claimants

The DWP has confirmed who will be eligible for this year's Christmas Bonus, which is a one-off payment of £10 to help with costs over the festive period

Politics

8 d. ago DWP confirms one benefit is exempt from new bank fraud check powers

The Labour government has already agreed to the bill and it is now awaiting Royal Assent, with new powers to be introduced next year

Economics

8 d. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit claimants not looking for work rises to four million

Universal credit claimants not required to work has gone up by 1.1 million in a year.

Economics

8 d. ago DWP confirms new rules for people on PIP, DLA or Carer’s Allowance

Some people could see breaks in their benefit payment unless they take action.

Politics

9 d. ago Mum left 'suicidal' and 'in tears' after DWP demanded £5k debt she didn't owe

Sarah McKenzie said she felt suicidal after getting a letter telling her she owed £5,000 to the DWP and despite benefits bosses confirming it was a mix-up, she still received regular demands

Economics

9 d. ago DWP confirms timeline for new PIP rules as 'thorough examination' takes place

The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed a "comprehensive review" of the disability benefit will take place before any changes are made

Politics

9 d. ago DWP confirms five groups of people 'not eligible' for winter fuel payments in 2025

The winter fuel payment provides between £200 -£300 depending on personal circumstances

Economics

9 d. ago DWP confirms five groups of people 'not eligible' for 2025 £300 winter fuel payment

The winter fuel payment is a one-off payment made to help people pay for heating during the winter months

Economics

1 week ago DWP PIP claims review change update as minister confirm replies over 'lifelong' conditions

A disabled PIP claimants group has said it is a 'common sense approach' and 'makes things easier for claimants'

Politics

1 week ago HMRC to contact pensioners over Winter Fuel Payment repayment

The DWP has confirmed that the Winter Fuel allowance will be automatically repaid if a pensioner has an income of over 35,000

Economics

1 week ago Government confirms date Winter Fuel Payment will start to be paid to pensioners

Some pensioners will receive their Winter Fuel Payments from today, the DWP has confirmed

Economics

1 week ago DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payments for millions of pensioners start landing in bank accounts

Payments of between £100 and £300 will continue until mid-December.

Economics

2 w. ago DWP issues PIP review update as it looks into new and existing claims

The UK Government says it wants to ensure that Personal Independence Payment (PIP) remains a fair and fit for purpose benefit in a changing world

Politics

2 w. ago DWP confirms key reasons for PIP review for new and existing claimants

The daily living and mobility components will be under review, but there are no plans to means-test the benefit.

Politics

2 w. ago DWP confirms plans to change Attendance Allowance for people making a new claim

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

Politics