23 h. ago Young carers among those set to benefit from Observer festive toy appeal

Stirling Young Carers are one of the groups who are included in the list of good causes who benefit from the Give A Gift appeal - giving those who offer up their time all year round the chance to open a gift on Christmas.

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30 h. ago List of benefits not eligible for DWP Cold Weather Payment in 2025 despite cold snap

The Cold Weather Payment is a scheme run by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) that gives those on certain benefits £25 for every seven consecutive days where the temperature drops to 0C or below

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3 d. ago How vapes banned in Britain are becoming power banks for Ukrainian soldiers on the frontline

The ban on single-use vapes came into effect in June, following a push by Sir Keir Starmer over their contribution to pollution and to combat their use by children.

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5 d. ago Full list of benefits eligible for DWP payment as UK to see cold snap

The Cold Weather Payment scheme could entitle you to payments of £25 when average temperature in your area drops to zero degrees or below

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7 d. ago ‘They all think Keir is done’: how push to protect Starmer’s job backfired spectacularly

Botched briefing operation was proof to many that PM is leading an ineffectual No 10. How did it go so wrong?If there’s one thing the Labour party can agree on this week, it is that efforts by Keir Starmer’s allies to shore up his position backfired spectacularly.By briefing journalists that he would face down any challenge and accusing Wes Streeting of leading an advanced plot to overthrow him, figures around the prime minister managed only to expose the weakness of his position. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Full list of extra benefits successful new claims for Adult Disability Payment can unlock

New claims for the devolved disability benefit are currently taking an average of 46 working days to process.

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1 week ago Wes Streeting accuses Downing Street aides of 'kneecapping' him over leadership bid claim

The Health Secretary pushed back hard on claims he would challenge Keir Starmer for the leadership.

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1 week ago Full list of benefits only people over State Pension age can claim

There are more than a dozen benefits and discounts available for men and women aged over 66.

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1 week ago A stomach doctor says we've all been eating this fruit wrong

Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab has revealed a common act could be costing you a long list of benefits, from better sleep to improved digestion.

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1 week ago Full list of people on PIP or other benefits eligible for the Motability Scheme

Claimants in receipt of the higher rate of the mobility component may be eligible to join the scheme.

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1 week ago I met the man who can fix your body odour, fertility issues and even get you a girlfriend. He's the master acupuncturist beloved by the A

Gerad Kite is used to famous faces walking into his Central London acupuncture clinic.Spice Girl Mel C and Radiohead's Ed O'Brien are clients.

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1 week ago Full list of benefits that can be used to apply for Motability Scheme

The Motability Scheme allows people receiving specific benefits to allocate their allowance towards leasing a new vehicle

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2 w. ago All benefits that make you eligible for Blue Badge parking help

The Blue Badge scheme allows people with disabilities to park closer to their destination. Here's a full list of benefits that could make you eligible for a Blue Badge

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2 w. ago Full list of new changes to carer benefits for people in Scotland starting next year

The Carer’s Allowance case transfer from DWP to Social Security Scotland has been completed.

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2 w. ago DWP full list of benefits eligible for £25 payment whenever it gets cold

The Cold Weather Payment will only be paid to those eligible over the coming months

Economics

2 w. ago Full list of DWP benefits you could get if you have a health condition

If you become disabled or suffer from a health condition, for whatever reason, you could be eligible for a variety of benefits

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2 w. ago Full list of DWP benefits that may mean you're eligible for bonus

People claiming certain benefits could be entitled to an extra payment from the DWP

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4 w. ago Keir Starmer pushes ahead with unpopular digital ID plans as he lists benefits

PM Keir Starmer has vowed to push ahead with controversial digital ID plans despite their unpopularity with the public - as he said there were benefits to be had for people

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