34 h. ago Derby 2025: Yellow warning issued as major weather worry threatens to DELAY big race

Epsom Downs officials have put together a contingency plan after the Met Office issued a Yellow weather warning for the Surrey area during Saturday

Events

40 h. ago DWP boost as 402,000 PIP claimants could be entitled to more cash

The Department for Work and Pension says that 402,500 Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants are not receiving the correct amount

Politics

67 h. ago New pension changes to help people keep retirement savings worth £1,000 or less in one pot

The DWP said the new pensions Bill is about securing better value for savers.

Economics

3 d. ago Tom Aspinall makes vow over Jon Jones retirement jibe: ‘People think I’m joking, but it’s the truth’

Exclusive: The interim UFC heavyweight title-holder doubled down on his claim that Jones has retired, making the Briton the ‘undisputed champion’

Politics

3 d. ago Nearly 9 million people of State Pension age will pay tax on retirement income this year

The Personal Allowance will be frozen at £12,570 until April 2028.

Economics

4 d. ago Exact amount of retirement money people need for a minimum, moderate or comfortable lifestyle

Workplace pensions could give people a better chance of the kind of lifestyle they want in retirement.

Politics

5 d. ago DWP state pensioners born before certain date could claim £1,362 a month

Attendance Allowance and Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP) are paid independently of the state pension. They are not means-tested but can be a big help

Economics

5 d. ago Payment warning to people making a new claim for devolved disability benefits in Scotland

Social Security Scotland has issued crucial advice to people getting help to make a new claim for Adult, Child or Pension Age Disability Payment.

Events

8 d. ago Winter fuel payment: Options to reintroduce the benefit for millions of households

The decision to make the Winter Fuel Payment available only to those who claim pension credit last year meant those claiming the benefit fell by almost 90% and saved around £1.5 billion a year, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) estimates

Economics

1 week ago Thameslink delay LIVE: Passengers trapped in tunnel for two hours amid travel warning

Thameslink is working to get passengers off the train and restore the power supply to tracks following an issue that has sparked lengthy delays to travel in and out of London

Events

1 week ago £303 annual State Pension payment boost for older people with grandchildren

Older people could boost their State Pension by more than £6,000 over a typical 20-year retirement.

Economics

1 week ago Expert debunks 5 myths about children's eye health with urgent warning

Dispensing optician Claire Hayden warns parents that some widespread misconceptions could actually delay vital treatment for children suffering from vision problems

Events

1 week ago Mary Earps made indelible mark with England and leaves big gloves to fill | Suzanne Wrack

Goalkeeper’s international retirement has people questioning the timing but not what she has given to LionessesThe news of Mary Earps’s retirement from international football has been met with a cacophony of views, ranging from shock and disappointment to sadness and anger.That the decision to step away has prompted such emotional responses, coming less than six weeks before the first game of England’s European Championship defence, is a testament to her popularity and the standing she has in the game. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago Pensioners with health issues urged to claim new benefit after Attendance Allowance ends in Scotland

Pension Age Disability Payment is only available for older people with a Scottish postcode.

Politics

2 w. ago Older people urged to claim Pension Credit before any Winter Fuel Payment changes

An announcement on Winter Fuel Payment eligibility changes is not expected until the Autumn Budget.

Economics

2 w. ago Older people urged to check for historical State Pension payment error worth over £8,300

DWP has paid our more than £100 million in arrears payments for historical errors linked to National Insurance credits.

Economics

2 w. ago ‘Ludicrous and unfair’: older workers react to pressure to delay retirement

IMF is urging countries globally to act to ease stress on public finances, sparking mainly outrage but also supportAs French workers stage yet another public show of discontent about president Emmanuel Macron’s raising of the state pension age from 62 to 64, the International Monetary Fund has urged governments to encourage fit, older workers to delay retirement.Its recommendation is that people of the baby boomer generation should stay in work for longer to help balance public finances amid fiscal pressures caused by an ageing global population. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Thousands owed more than £8,000 in state pension payment after HMRC error

A historic oversight has led to thousands of people being owed large sums of money

Economics

2 w. ago DWP warn millions to get PIP, UC and pension early – but could be left skint

Universal Credit (UC), State Pension, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Carer’s Allowance and Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) recipients can all expect to be paid early this month

Events

2 w. ago New Martin Lewis State Pension update for people trying to boost retirement payments

The full New State Pension is now worth £230.25 per week.

Economics