2 h. ago Labour’s asylum crackdown may fuel small boat crossings, British Red Cross warns

The charity warned families will face ‘harsh choices’ after the home secretary announced a pause on new applications from refugees wanting to bring their loved ones to the UK

Events

3 h. ago Cooper’s family reunion crackdown may fuel small boat crossings, British Red Cross warns

The charity warned families will face ‘harsh choices’ after the home secretary announced a pause on new applications from refugees wanting to bring their loved ones to the UK

Events

5 h. ago DWP confirms over 5,000 investigators tackling tax and benefit fraud

DWP is reviewing sample claims of State Pension, PIP and four other benefits for fraud or errors before April.

Economics

55 h. ago Over 340,000 benefit claimants lose support as DWP closes claims

New data from the DWP shows hundreds of thousands of people will not be given support

Politics

3 d. ago State Pensioners getting less than £346 could be due £4,300 boost

Older people are being urged to check if they're eligible for the DWP benefit

Economics

4 d. ago The five things you should know before buying and taking supplements

While some supplements do have a valuable role in certain circumstances, they are often misunderstood and frequently oversold

Politics

5 d. ago DWP warning to people on State Pension, PIP or other benefits using a mobile phone

DWP is urging people to watch out for fake text messages designed to steal personal and financial data.

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6 d. ago Martin Lewis warns of urgent HMRC deadline as thousands risk missing tax refunds

Martin Lewis issues fresh warning as two urgent HMRC deadlines could affect thousands of families

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6 d. ago Every DWP benefit that 'suddenly ends' once you hit state pension age

There are five DWP benefits which stop the day you reach state pension age and many pensioners are 'blindsided' by the cut off

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7 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

7 d. ago Experts issue warning over ‘AI psychosis’ caused by chatbots. Here’s what you need to know

AI psychosis is not a formal diagnosis

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7 d. ago DWP payments of £560 for those with a disability or health condition

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit is designed to help disabled people and those with a long-term health condition who are unable to work

Economics

1 week ago Foreign Office issues fresh advice for Brits heading to Turkey

Families are being warned of several dangers

Politics

1 week ago Families could see even higher food bills amid UK farmer harvest warning

Drought-like conditions across swathes of the UK threaten to hammer crop yields for farmers, with risk of knock-on impact for households

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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 Warnings issued for spice that can interfere with prescription medicine effectiveness

The study’s researchers advised that those with chronic illnesses should consult their doctors before taking any supplement, especially if they’re taking high doses

Events

1 week ago Visitors to popular UK staycation spot warned of 'serious dangers' as families left stranded

Holidaymakers heading to this popular staycation spot are being warned of "serious dangers" with families left stranded, prompting urgent reminders to avoid turning a holiday into a rescue mission

Events

1 week ago Families warned they could lose £150 DWP benefit in just four days

Vulnerable groups of people are at risk of missing out on a key financial package unless they carry out an important task before Sungday

Events

1 week ago Families going abroad issued warning on changing money at airports

Travel finance experts have shared some top tips to keep your costs down

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1 week ago State Pension, PIP, UC, Child Benefit and DLA to be paid early by DWP this week

The early payment policy – which will come in handy as kids go back to school – is designed to guarantee recipients they are paid before banks and government offices shut down for the holiday weekend

Politics