3 d. ago New call to scrap DWP benefit reforms and create a National Disability Strategy

Thousands of people have signed an online petition calling for DWP reforms due to start next year to be scrapped.

Politics

3 d. ago DWP proposals could see thousands of Universal Credit claimants lose almost £100 a week

The Government is consulting on plans to remove access to the Limited Capability for Work and Work-Related Activity element of Universal Credit

Economics

7 d. ago We could lose thousands if we lose our street's free parking

Traders say the loss of two hours free parking would be a huge loss and could put some at risk of going out of business

Politics

1 week ago Johnstone football club loses thousands of pounds worth of equipment after deliberate fire

The shipping container on Greenend Avenue owned by Thorn Athletic was set on fire around 4.15am on Saturday, May 24.

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1 week ago New reports of ‘tweaks’ to planned DWP welfare reforms due to start next year

Sir Keir Starmer is said to be seeking to soften the blow of welfare cuts as he faces a growing threat of a backbench rebellion.

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2 w. ago Children with special needs in England may lose legal right to school support

Exclusive: Schools minister declines to rule out replacing EHCP documents as part of plans to change Send systemHundreds of thousands of children with special needs could lose their legal entitlement to extra support in schools in England under plans being considered by ministers, a move that campaigners warn could force thousands more pupils out of mainstream education.The reforms relate to education, health and care plans (EHCPs), statutory documents families have relied on for more than a decade to guarantee their children’s right to support for conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and mental health issues. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Martin Lewis reveals reason worried people are 'flooding' his inbox

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis warned ministers their decision to cut disability benefits will 'cause pain' for the thousands of people who will lose their payments

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2 w. ago PIP update for people due an assessment before DWP changes start next year

Proposed changes to PIP are set to come into effect for new and existing claimants from November 2026.

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2 w. ago 'Heartbroken' Glastonbury glampers lose thousands as luxury brand goes bust

'Heartbroken' Glastonbury glampers have been left thousands of pounds out of pocket and without tickets or accommodation after a yurt company went bust just a month before the festival

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2 w. ago Steps to protect your PIP payments from DWP benefit changes starting next year

The DWP has set out proposed changes to eligibility and assessments for new and existing claimants.

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3 w. ago PIP claimants could be owed more money after review says DWP

The unfulfilled eligibility rate for PIP was £1,060m (4.1%), compared to £870m (£4%) in 2023/24

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3 w. ago People on PIP may be due more money after DWP spending review of last year

More than a tenth of all 3.7 million PIP claimants could be on the wrong level of award due to a change in their circumstances.

Economics

3 w. ago DWP to review State Pension, PIP and four other benefits for fraud or errors this year

The DWP confirmed £9.5 billion was overpaid to claimants over the last year.

Politics

3 w. ago DWP confirms key PIP change ahead of crackdown that will see thousands lose out

The DWP is making changes to Personal Independence Payments (PIP) that will affect how many points you need to eligible for the benefit

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3 w. ago DWP issues update into PIP changes which could see thousands lose over £4,000 a year

The DWP has started its review into the controversial changes to the PIP benefit that could see thousands of disabled people lose payments

Economics

3 w. ago DWP starts review into PIP changes which could see thousands lose payments

. The Labour government announced in March that it was to overhaul the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit PIP - which is claimed by 3.7million people - in a bid to cut down welfare spending

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3 w. ago DWP PIP assessment review update as Liz Kendall recognises 'anxiety'

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says it is vital to make sure the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is there for people who need it in the future as some are worried for the future

Politics

3 w. ago PIP disability benefit changes begin as DWP review gets underway

Over 40 Labour MPs have urged the government to reassess the planned cuts

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3 w. ago DWP confirms PIP assessment review starts this week as part of welfare reforms

Sir Stephen Timms, leading the review, will be meeting with disabled people and organisations representing them this week.

Economics

3 w. ago Smart scales and special clinics to help thousands of obese children lose weight

NHS England says the ‘game-changing tool’ is being rolled out at specialist clinics where staff can monitor and provide ongoing weight-loss help.

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