39 h. ago What disability benefit claimants need to know about Labour’s new welfare plans

After major concessions, there are still key changes to be aware of

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68 h. ago DWP fraud and error report finds people on PIP may be due more money

More than a tenth of all PIP claimants could be on the wrong level of award due to a change in their circumstances.

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7 d. ago 'Why would I get a job? I get your monthly wage in a week!' As Starmer's bid to cut disability benefits is sunk by Labour MPs, social media tutorials show claimants how to milk the system

Mastering the red tape behind Britain's bloated benefits system can apparently also present extraordinarily lucrative business opportunities.

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7 d. ago DWP issues urgent warning to any benefit claimant with a smartphone

The warning from the Department for Work and Pensions talks about messages claiming to be from @dwpgovuk

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8 d. ago DWP benefits reform faces new challenge as Labour MPs back plan to widen eligibility

Labour backbencher Graeme Downie has proposed a welfare reform Bill amendment that would make the lives of sickness and disability benefit claimants simpler

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2 w. ago What benefit claimants need to know about Labour’s welfare U

The climbdown will provide welcome relief to many disability benefit claimants – but cuts stay on the table

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2 w. ago DWP full list of July benefit and pension payments revealed for 2025

The latest data from the DWP shows 24 million people claim some combination of DWP benefits, including 9.9 million people of working age, and 13 million of State Pension age

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2 w. ago Around half of Labour welfare rebels have majorities smaller than the number of benefit claimants in their constituencies

Sir Keir Starmer faces the biggest rebellion of his premiership next week after more than 125 Labour MPs publicly declared they will vote against flagship legislation.

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2 w. ago Your rights as a renter: The key changes coming in and how they affect pet owners and benefit claimants

Renters are being given greater protection, but how will the changes affect you?

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2 w. ago DWP to review six different benefits for 'fraud cases' – including PIP and Universal Credit

The DWP's annual report revealed six specific benefits that the department is reportedly focusing on

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2 w. ago DWP rules for anyone on benefits who is planning a holiday abroad

The DWP has strict guidance for any benefit claimants who are planning a holiday abroad this summer - with consequences for those who do not follow guidelines

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3 w. ago DWP new free buss pass rules as everyone eligible for benefit revealed – see list

Certain people can get a free bus pass in England. The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme offers a free pass to disabled people who apply through their local council

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3 w. ago DWP reveals what will happen to disability benefit claimants after cuts

The DWP says it will provide those hit by the cuts with ‘generous’ protection

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3 w. ago DWP assessor reveals 'sneaky' tricks used in PIP exam such as chair choice test

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessors closely monitor the choices and perceived small talk of applicants before they are aware of the examination has begun

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3 w. ago DWP 'safeguards' demanded after tragic deaths of vulnerable benefit claimants

A two-year inquiry by the Commons Work and Pensions Committee found some vulnerable claimants had 'paid the ultimate price' after being forced to deal with the Department for Work and Pensions

Events

3 w. ago Demands for DWP 'safeguards' after vulnerable benefit claimants 'paid the ultimate price'

Safeguarding failures at the DWP after years of benefit cuts led to the 'tragic deaths' of benefit claimants, an extensive new report has found

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