20 h. ago Key DWP change for Universal Credit applications announced this week

The Department for Work and Pensions has updated its website highlighting a new document

Politics

46 h. ago New update on calls for weekly State Pension payments of £586 for people over 60

More than 18,800 people have signed an online petition proposing a new ‘universal’ State Pension linked to the National Living Wage.

Economics

59 h. ago Huge fireball erupts as Russian attack ‘hits oil depot’ in Ukraine’s Chernihiv region

A Russian drone attack struck an oil depot in Ukraine's Chernihiv region on Wednesday morning (October 8), local governor Vyacheslav Chaus said in a statement posted on Facebook.

Events

63 h. ago Full list of households who can claim back £175 BBC TV Licence fee

Many households may be eligible for a free TV licence or to claim back the money they've paid

Economics

5 d. ago Full list of eligible UK households who can claim back BBC TV licence fee and save £174

The TV licence fee was increased by the BBC earlier this year but there are many people who are unknowingly paying £174 for it per year when they could get it for free.

Economics

5 d. ago Fury over BBC decision to air show hours after the Manchester terror attack where expert blamed Israel and the British government for the atrocity

The broadcaster aired the news talk show called The World This Evening on its controversial Arabic service channel, which is part of the licence-payer-funded BBC World Service.

Politics

6 d. ago Full list of everyone who can cancel BBC TV licence and save £174

The price of a BBC TV license increased in 2025, at a time when many are struggling financially, so find out if you're eligible to cancel now and save some money

Economics

6 d. ago Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy looking at a 'mixed' model for funding the BBC as licence fee evasion spirals

During a fringe event at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool on Monday, Lisa Nandy said she was looking at a 'whole range of options' to replace the broadcaster's licence fee.

Culture

9 d. ago Full list of UK households that can be exempt from the BBC TV licence fee

Not all households are required to get a TV licence as some groups are eligible for a number of discounts.

Politics

1 week ago Government issues statement after calls to lower State Pension age

The Government has responded to claims that it is intent on the State Pension being a benefit not paid to all

Politics

1 week ago DWP warns Universal Credit mistake could mean claimants have to give back money

Universal Credit claimants could face deductions on their benefit payments if they don’t keep the Department for Work and Pensions updated on certain circumstances in their lives

Events

2 w. ago Major rule update for anyone taking cash from their pension ahead of the Autumn Budget

A MAJOR update on pension withdrawals has been issued after thousands of savers scrambled to take money out of their pot ahead of the Budget. Pension withdrawals surged 36% in 2024/25 amid speculation that the amount of tax-free cash you can take out of your pension could be cut. You can currently take up to...

Economics

2 w. ago HMRC to resume taking tax owed by debtors directly from their bank accounts

The Government said in the spring statement that HMRC would restart DRD for those who choose not to pay

Economics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis gives anyone with a state pension personal tax allowance update

Personal finance expert Martin Lewis has issued an update about the state pension amid concerns that it could be taxed next year due to the 'fiscal drag' of the personal tax allowance

Economics

2 w. ago Women's' rights groups accuse Labour of 'institutionally racist narrative'

More than 70 organisations have sent a statement to Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood accusing the Government of creating a hostile environment for minoritised victims of violence and abuse

Politics

3 w. ago Government statement on free BBC TV licence as pensioners given update

The Government has responded to a petition calling for the BBC TV Licence fee to be scrapped for all pensioners in the UK

Politics

3 w. ago Government responds to calls for free BBC TV licences for all pensioners

The UK Government has responded to a campaign to end the £174.50 fee for everyone who reaches state pension age.

Politics

3 w. ago Treasury shares update amid complaints that specific pension tax is an 'injustice'

Should it reach more than 100,000 signatures, it will be considered for a debate in Parliament

Society

3 w. ago Major DWP State Pension update as millions to receive boost from April

Pensioners could see a £500 boost from April next year

Economics

3 w. ago 'Free state pensioner TV licences' big update as Labour gives response

Calls have been increasing for retired people to get the £174.50 licence for free

Politics