9 h. ago Four common scams targeting older people to look out for this winter

The end of the year is peak season for scammers trying to trick people out of their hard-earned cash or savings. Here are four common scams to look out for this winter

Events

16 h. ago As the dark, cold nights close in... is street lighting to blame for our winter blues?

Research found people with depression during the winter months were more likely to live in areas flooded with artificial outdoor lighting than places where the nights are darker.

Politics

53 h. ago Financial experts warn older people not to fall for these four scams this winter

Criminals are evolving their scam techniques to trick people into handing over cash or personal details.

Events

3 d. ago The four most common scams targeting older people – and how to avoid them

Some scammers will even mirror the hold music your bank uses

Events

3 d. ago Thousands of people could die in bad flu wave this winter – experts

People are being urged to get a flu jab to protect against the virus, which has swept Australia and is now taking hold in the UK.

Events

3 d. ago UK households urged to gather these 'basic supplies' to prepare for 'severe weather' in winter

The Met Office has shared some "helpful tips" to ensure people are prepared for the winter months

Society

5 d. ago Doctor explains symptoms of virus that mean stay home for 'a whole week'

Flu has been predicted to hit the UK more intensely than usual this winter, with health experts saying people have been finding it difficult to tell whether they have flu or a cold

Science

6 d. ago Couple up for cuffing season is on the rise as temperatures drop

As the cold weather arrives and more of us are starting to stay at home - it's no wonder so many people use this time to find a winter companion and cuffing season begins

Politics

6 d. ago People over State Pension age due up to £305 heating payment from this month

Nearly 900,000 older people in Scotland will receive the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment this year.

Economics

7 d. ago How scientists are shining light on the biology behind seasonal affective disorder

Researchers tracking large cohorts are discovering the effects of sleep, light and therapy on people impacted by winter’s arrivalFor some, the darkening days of autumn bring more than the annual ritual of reviving woolly jumpers and turning on the central heating. As the evenings close in and the mornings grow murky, energy ebbs and a heavy sadness settles in.Although seasonal affective disorder (Sad) was only formally recognised by psychiatrists in the 1980s, the link between the seasons, mood and vitality has long been observed. Continue reading...

Science

8 d. ago Bizarre DWP loophole that means households could get £600 in Winter Fuel Payments instead of £300

LIVING together but claiming benefits separately could see your household bag two Winter Fuel Payments this year. The payment, which is worth up to £300 to help with rising heating bills is hitting more than nine bank accounts from next week. Last year the rules changed and only people on certain benefits got the Winter Fuel Payment, which caused a lot of anger....

Economics

9 d. ago Anyone who has extension lead at home issued crucial warning

As the winter months creep in, many people plug in heating appliances to try and warm up their homes, but Brits have recently been warned about using extension leads

Events

9 d. ago The simple ‘pension trick’ that lets you qualify for the Winter Fuel Payments despite earning more than £35,000

MILLIONS of pensioners will receive help with energy bills this winter after a government U-turn restored the Winter Fuel Payment to most older people. The payment, worth up to £300, is meant to help with rising heating bills and will begin arriving in bank accounts from next week. Most people won't need to apply, but...

Economics

1 week ago DWP confirms exact date you must be born to get 2025 winter fuel payment 'from Friday'

The Department for Work and Pensions has refreshed its guidance and has announced that everyone is eligible to receive the winter fuel payment but advised that people earning more than certain amounts would have it recovered through taxation

Economics

1 week ago DWP pays winter fuel payment from Friday but confirms five groups 'will miss out'

The DWP has confirmed that four groups of people will not be eligible to receive the winter fuel payment, even if they meet the primary age criteria - and it will start from tomorrow

Economics

1 week ago Doctor urges all Brits to avoid taking cough syrups this winter

Doctor Sami is a GP who recently urged Brits to stop taking cough syrups. According to him, there's a key reason why people should stay away from them during the winter months

Politics

1 week ago Nine types of people at higher risk of complications from cold weather 'this winter'

A group of some people could be at significant risk of health issues this winter

Events

1 week ago Nine types of people 'at high risk of health issues' this winter

The UK Health Security Agency has issued guidance on who is most at risk from the cold weather and what you can do to help protect yourself from any complications

Events

1 week ago Pensioners at risk of ‘shameful’ and dangerous text messages over the winter

The DWP has warned of an uptick in people receiving malicious text messages across the autumn and winter period

Events

1 week ago Older people risk getting 'shameful' scam messages over the winter

HMRC has issued a warning over the scam

Events