17 h. ago People nearing retirement age could boost annual State Pension payments by nearly £700

Deferring your State Pension could increase DWP payments in retirement.

Economics

65 h. ago NHS warning for seven groups of people after snow alert across Scotland

The NHS has issued a warning to people who are at risk of experiencing health complications from the cold weather, as the Met Office issues snow weather alerts

Events

3 d. ago Married people over State Pension age could boost annual income by £4,300

Older people with a weekly State Pension of less than £346 could be due extra money from DWP.

Economics

4 d. ago Winter walloping as Britain's big freeze leads to fears hospitals will be over

Lightning storms, snow and ice are on the way this week as amber cold weather warning is issued and people with serious health conditions are told to stay indoors

Science

4 d. ago Full list of nine people at risk of health issues during 'yellow' cold snap

A yellow cold weather warning has been issued in parts of the UK

Events

2 w. ago People on Universal Credit with health issues could be due up to £1,149 every month

Disability benefits such as PIP or Adult Disability Payment do not count towards the benefit cap.

Economics

2 w. ago Older people living on their own could be due annual State Pension boost of £4,300

Pension Credit claims can be backdated by up to three months and unlock access to other financial support.

Economics

2 w. ago Government issues update on mental health services in Greater Manchester

'We recognise that people with mental health issues, including those in Greater Manchester, are not getting the support or care they need'

Politics

2 w. ago 'Don't ignore' warning issued to people taking heart medication by BBC Morning Live doctor

An NHS GP has warned people to see a doctor if they notice certain symptoms that can be easily mistaken

Events

3 w. ago Wishaw charity marks 10 years of mental health support through performing arts

Fool On was started by people who had experienced mental health issues and found that performing arts helped them recover.

Politics

3 w. ago Heart doctor's warning to people who take high blood pressure medication

A heart doctor has issued a warning to people who are taking medication for common health issues such as high blood pressure and cholesterol

Events

3 w. ago Older people with health issues could boost annual State Pension by up to £5,740

Attendance Allowance and Pension Age Disability Payment are tax-free benefits worth either £73.90 or £110.40 each week.

Economics

3 w. ago NHS issue message to people who wear contact lenses or glasses

People have been warned they're at risk of having common eye conditions - and it's likely you have it if you're wearing glasses or contacts

Politics

3 w. ago Pensioners with health issues urged to contact charity for help claiming up to £441 every month

Independent Age can help older people with health issues claim Attendance Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment.

Economics

3 w. ago Nine types of people at higher risk of complications from cold weather 'this winter'

A group of some people could be at significant risk of health issues this winter

Events

3 w. ago Nine types of people 'at high risk of health issues' this winter

The UK Health Security Agency has issued guidance on who is most at risk from the cold weather and what you can do to help protect yourself from any complications

Events