4 h. ago Raising pension contribution levels ‘could boost financial security in the UK’

The UK retained a ‘B’ grade in an annual report examining 52 retirement income systems globally this year.

Economics

6 h. ago DWP Winter Fuel Payment warning to pensioners as they are targeted by email, text and phone

UK government has asked people to share the warning with older family and friends

Events

6 h. ago Why levelling up with a loft conversion beats an extra bedroom for adding value to your home

Adding a loft conversion to a typical three-bedroom home can bolster the value by 24%. That's an extra £65,279 on an average home worth £271,995.

Politics

12 h. ago Pensioners set for bigger state pension boost than previously expected

It comes after a key figure used to calculate the triple lock, which guarantees the state pension increases every April, was revised upwards in a boost for pensioners

Politics

12 h. ago North Carolina Republicans will redraw maps to gain extra seat in Congress

State is the latest in the US conducting mid-decade gerrymandering to favor one party before the midtermsUS politics live – latest updatesRepublican leaders in North Carolina said they will redraw their state’s congressional maps to add another Republican seat, becoming the latest in a growing list of states conducting mid-decade gerrymandering to favor one party before the 2026 midterms.Legislative leaders in the southern state said they would use an October legislative session to “block the efforts of blue state Democrats to take control of Congress from Republicans” after Donald Trump had called on state legislatures to undertake redistricting to defend their congressional majority. Continue reading...

Politics

12 h. ago Ruben Amorim sent clear Kobbie Mainoo demand amid Man United role change

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has been showing off his extra training work during October's international break - but it may not help his case with manager Ruben Amorim.

Politics

13 h. ago French PM offers to freeze Macron’s pension reform until 2027

Sébastien Lecornu hopes concession will suffice to secure left’s support

Politics

13 h. ago Millions set for 'unexpected' DWP state pension boost from April 2026

All eyes will be on the release of inflation figures for September next week

Economics

14 h. ago Full list of pensioner heating payments due next month by age and household type

Pension Age Winter Heating Payments will be issued to 800,000 older people in Scotland.

Society

14 h. ago PS Plus Extra and Premium October 2025 reveal date and when you'll play the new games

The PS Plus October 2025 games are on the way, and here's everything you need to know about when they'll be revealed.

Politics

14 h. ago Pensioners with health conditions could be due up to £1,423 every month next year

Attendance Allowance and Pension Age Disability Payment are providing extra financial support for over 1.7 million pensioners across the UK.

Economics

14 h. ago State Pension: UK pensioners set for DWP payment increase from April 2026

A small change to wage data could mean a bigger payday for retirees 💷

Economics

15 h. ago National Army Museum in Chelsea to get huge extension in £240m new homes plan

The new space will include 9,000 sq ft of extra gallery space and a 140 seat auditorium to enable museum to “tell the story of soldiers through the ages.”

Economics

15 h. ago Pensioners who still work in UK could pocket extra £694 a year

It could deliver a lifetime boost equivalent to £694 a year for those eligible

Economics

15 h. ago State pensioners could save £694 a year in tax but need to have deep pockets

Deferring your state pension can mean no tax is deducted during the deferral period and could also deliver a lifetime boost equivalent to £694 a year for those eligible.

Economics

15 h. ago My toxic hen do experience that left me almost £2,000 out of pocket: The bride demanded a champagne night and her own special car

When I found a luxurious Airbnb in the British countryside with a huge pool, gorgeous garden and everyone getting their own room for just £300 per person, I thought I'd won the hen do lottery. 

Economics

16 h. ago New calls for pension tax lock to protect retirement savings

More than 15,300 people have signed an online petition calling for changes to pension withdrawals in the Autumn Budget.

Economics

16 h. ago Households on Universal Credit and PIP being underpaid due to making key mistake – check if you’re due cash

HOUSEHOLDS on certain benefits could be missing out on cash due to making a simple mistake. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) pays welfare benefits to around 23.7million people. To get these benefits, people need to meet certain eligibility criteria and the amount of money they can get depends on their circumstances. You need...

Politics

17 h. ago Pensioners could be set for bigger state pension boost than previously thought

Office for National Statistics data has shown an upwards revision to a wage growth figure which is used in the triple lock calculation.

Politics

17 h. ago Full list of DWP benefits if you’re looking for work as unemployment reaches record high

The DWP can provide extra financial support if you're actively looking for work

Politics