10 h. 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

14 h. 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

15 h. ago 83,655 State Pensioners missing out on DWP £300 payment in date quirk

Most pensioners will get the Winter Fuel Payment after a Labour u-turn but some have been told they will have to wait

Economics

16 h. 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

16 h. 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

17 h. 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

17 h. ago DWP rules at State Pension age on which benefits you can no longer claim

Many people who reach the State Pension age will see a significant impact to their benefits

Politics

18 h. 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

31 h. 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

40 h. 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

41 h. ago DWP issues Winter Fuel Payment warning and says 'you do not need to'

Most people will receive their Winter Fuel Payment automatically - and the DWP is urging elderly households to be wary of scammers

Events

43 h. 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

43 h. 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

46 h. ago Winter Fuel Payment 2025: scam text and email warning for millions or pensioners

Millions of older people are being targeted by convincing fake messages ❄️

Events

46 h. ago Winter Fuel Payment 2025: scam text and email warning for millions of pensioners

Millions of older people are being targeted by convincing fake messages ❄️

Events

51 h. ago Keir Starmer has had ‘500 days of failure’ in office, says SNP

SNP Westminster deputy leader Pete Wishart highlighted issues such as pensioner winter fuel payments and the two-child benefit cap.

Events

2 d. 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

3 d. 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

3 d. 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

4 d. ago DWP Winter Fuel Payment warning to all pensioners due up to £300

Payments of between £100 and £300 will be issued in batches until mid-December.

Economics