57 h. ago New assessment update for people on devolved disability benefits

New and existing claimants of Adult, Child or Pension Age Disability Payments may get a ‘client consultation’ instead.

Politics

59 h. ago DWP update for people on PIP and legacy benefits before April 2026 changes

Rebalancing of Universal Credit is aimed at addressing fundamental imbalances in the system

Politics

60 h. ago DWP issues cost of living payment update for 2026 in new response

The Department for Work and Pensions as issued a new update as it urged people to check for unclaimed benefits and warns of scams

Economics

3 d. ago DWP update for people on PIP and legacy benefits before changes in April

Changes to Universal Credit are set to start from the new financial year.

Politics

5 d. ago Mock the Week future confirmed as Dara O Briain admits update will 'confuse people'

The initial comedy series ran from 2005 until 2022 on the BBC prior to it being cancelled

Politics

7 d. ago Bolton crash UPDATES: Six raced to hospital as people 'cut from cars'

Six people have been rushed to hospital after a 'serious accident' in the early hours of the morning in Bolton

Events

8 d. ago Big update as thousands of people to get help to install stairlifts

The Department of Health has announced the news today

Politics

8 d. ago More than 100 buildings destroyed and 300,000 hectares burned as Victoria’s bushfires rage

Fires may continue for ‘weeks’, authorities warn, as three missing people found safeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAt least 119 structures are believed to be lost in bushfires across Victoria and more than 300,000 hectares of bushland has been burned as the state continues to battle blazes that may rage for “weeks”.Emergency management commissioner, Tim Wiebusch, told the media on Saturday that about 50 homes had been lost in the Ravenswood and Harcourt fire, which was believed to be a “conservative number”. The Bendigo railway line had also been damaged by fire and was closed. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago More than 100 buildings destroyed and 300,000ha of bushland burned as Victoria’s bushfires rage

Fires may continue for ‘weeks’, authorities warn, as three missing people found safeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAt least 119 structures are believed to be lost in bushfires across Victoria and more than 300,000 hectares of bushland has been burned as the state continues to battle blazes that may rage for “weeks”.Emergency management commissioner, Tim Wiebusch, told the media on Saturday that around 50 homes had been lost in the Ravenswood and Harcout fire, which was believed to be a “conservative number”. The Bendigo railway line had also been damaged by fire and was closed. Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago Strictly star opens up on cancer diagnosis with important message for viewers

A Strictly Come Dancing star has shared an update on her cancer diagnosis, urging people to “trust their instincts” during health concerns.

Science

9 d. ago Strictly star opens up on cancer diagnosis and urges viewers to trust their gut

A Strictly Come Dancing star has shared an update on her cancer diagnosis, urging people to “trust their instincts” during health concerns.

Science

9 d. ago New Winter Fuel Payment update for people over State Pension age

The advice from HMRC is also important for Scots receiving the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment.

Economics

9 d. ago Storm Goretti leaves 65,000 homes without power as 100mph winds and 'worst snow for a decade' hits Britain with people told 'do not travel' today: Live updates

LIVEBLOG: Follow the latest updates as Storm Goretti - the first named storm of 2026 - threatens to blanket much of the UK with heavy snow while wind and rain warnings remain in place.

Events

1 week ago Government issues update on pavement parking problem affecting parents and people with disabilities

New regulations surrounding the issue will come into force this year

Politics

1 week ago Spotify will let you see what friends are listening to while you talk to them

Update builds on new messaging feature that lets people chat inside the app

Politics

1 week ago Armed militias deployed in Venezuela as regime attempts to impose authority

Paramilitary groups known as colectivos patrol streets with assault rifles, stop and search cars and people’s phonesUS politics live – latest updatesVenezuela’s rulers have deployed armed militias to patrol streets, operate checkpoints and check people’s phones in a crackdown to consolidate authority after the US attack on Caracas.Paramilitary groups known as colectivos criss-crossed the capital with motorbikes and assault rifles on Tuesday in a show of force to stifle any dissent or perception of a power vacuum. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Traitors star Leanne Quigley issues call to people in Manchester following fiancé’s cancer update

Leanne Quigley is supporting Cancer Research UK following her fiancé's breast cancer diagnosis in 2024

Politics

1 week ago Police issue arrest update after two people seriously hurt in bus stop crash

A man and woman were taken to hospital from the scene

Events

1 week ago Paris court finds 10 guilty of harassing Brigitte Macron online

Teacher and publicist among those convicted of maliciously posting or sharing false claims French first lady is a manEurope live – latest updatesA Paris court has found 10 people guilty of online harassment of the French first lady, Brigitte Macron, by posting or reposting malicious comments on social media that falsely claimed she was a man.Eight men and two women, aged 41 to 60, including a school sports teacher, an art gallery owner and a publicist, were on Monday given sentences ranging from a compulsory course in understanding online harassment to an eight-month suspended prison sentence. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago New UK Government update on free bus travel scheme for people over 60

The national entitlement scheme operates UK-wide but there are different eligibility rules under devolved governments.

Politics