11 h. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit health element changes will start in April

New Universal Credit changes will see around four million households get an annual income boost estimated to be worth £725.

Science

32 h. ago Millions on Universal Credit urged to make key check to avoid missing out on extra payment landing in bank accounts now

MILLIONS of people on Universal Credit need to do a key check to avoid missing out on an extra benefit payment. The Christmas bonus is a one-off £10 payment that normally lands in bank accounts during the first full week of December. It is automatically paid to people who receive one of more than 20...

Economics

3 d. ago All the DWP Universal Credit changes coming in 2026 including new payment rates

Universal Credit is claimed by more than eight million people in the UK and it is paid by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

Politics

2 w. ago Universal Credit update for claimants impacted by payments change

The DWP has provided an update about the new move to Universal Credit, with 2.3 million claimants sent migration notices between July 2022 and September 2025

Politics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis warns millions on Universal Credit could be blocked from switching bank accounts

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to up to 8.3 million people on Universal Credit (UC), who he says may be effectively blocked from switching bank accounts.

Events

2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges DWP to 'fix' major Universal Credit banking issue

Martin Lewis has written to Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden to demand the DWP investigates and fixes an issue that he says is affecting millions on Universal Credit

Politics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges DWP boss to ‘investigate and fix’ current Universal Credit rules

More than 8 million people on Universal Credit could be missing out on a chance to improve their financial situation.

Economics

3 w. ago Number of people claiming Universal Credit for health reasons rockets by a MILLION in just ONE YEAR

The number claiming Universal Credit (UC) because of their health has soared by 41 per cent in the year to September 2025 - increasing by 933,000 people to a record 3.2 million.

Events

3 w. ago Eight free and £1 days out for millions on Universal Credit in December including Christmas at the Tower of London

CHRISTMAS is an expensive time of the year - but making the most out of days out with the family doesn’t have to break the bank if you get benefits. There are many free and discounted tickets available for anyone on Universal Credit - whether you are into museums, historical landmarks and even zoos. We’ve...

Economics

3 w. ago Brits urged to check key passport detail by HMPO before any booked holidays

Even if your passport appears to be valid, it may still be insufficient for entry into some countries

Politics

4 w. ago Brits urged to make key heart check in NHS 'Spotify Wrapped' message

The NHS provides a calculator on its website to help people determine one thing

Politics