1 hour ago Think tank proposes Universal Credit boost and end to pension triple lock to tackle rising living costs

The Resolution Foundation, which has close links to Labour's front bench, says scrapping the triple lock would free up money to end the two-child cap on benefits

Economics

2 h. ago DWP names five groups of people who will not get Winter Fuel Payment

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed which five groups of people will not be receiving the Winter Fuel Payment this winter

Politics

5 h. ago Understanding the DWP PIP 'light touch' review questions for claimants

The DWP has published a sample copy of the 'PIP AR2' form - for reference use only - as part of the PIP Toolkit on GOV.UK. Here are all 16 questions on the PIP AR2 form

Politics

5 h. ago Experts propose new benefit to replace PIP – here’s what it would look like

Independent experts say they hope an official review of the benefit will learn from their proposals

Politics

5 h. ago World's richest footballer worth billions played for Chelsea and is now set for new club

Faiq Bolkiah was once on the books at Chelsea and Leicester City, but he's known as the world's wealthiest footballer due to being the nephew of the Sultan of Brunei

Sport

7 h. ago State pensioners to be given three freebies worth £460 by DWP

Three additional payments given by the DWP could see eligible pensioners £460 better off

Economics

7 h. ago Get Samsung's latest Galaxy tablet for £9 with freebies worth £209

A brand-new Android tablet has launched to rival Apple's latest iPad, and Sky is offering a fabulous deal with freebies worth £208.99

Economics

7 h. ago Antiques Roadshow expert reveals surprising worth of unique family heirloom

BBC's Antiques Roadshow saw a guest bring in a truly unique teapot, with expert Serhat Ahmet marvelling over it.

Culture

8 h. ago Pensioner woke to find towering internet mast outside her home... then it started WEEPING and smelling

EXCLUSIVE: Ms Raye, 67, had been enjoying her home in Eastleigh, Hampshire, for well over three decades before her dreams of residential bliss were dashed.

Politics

9 h. ago DWP will pay £1,085 to certain UK households before Christmas

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for a number of payments, including hundreds of pounds to be sent to UK households claiming certain benefits. There are also other schemes to be aware of that affect the general public

Economics

10 h. ago What investments did the UK secure during US president’s state visit?

Deals worth £150bn ‘delighted’ Sir Keir Starmer but more details are needed on the commitments

Politics

12 h. ago Strike action across France as hundreds of thousands march to demand PM rethinks budget cuts

Sébastien Lecornu, who has recently taken office, faces pressure to act on wages, pensions and public services as disruption is caused across the countryHundreds of thousands of people have marched in street demonstrations across France as trade unions held a day of strike action to pressure the new prime minister Sébastien Lecornu to rethink budget cuts and act on wages, pensions and public services.There was disruption to public transport as train, bus and tram drivers went on strike, hospital staff joined protests and nine out of 10 pharmacies were closed as pharmacists protested pricing policies. Around one in six teachers at primary and secondary schools went on strike, as well as school canteen staff and monitors. Several high schools from Paris to Amiens and Le Havre were blockaded by students. Protesters held more than 250 demonstrations and marched in cities from Paris to Marseille, Nantes, Lyon and Montpellier. Continue reading...

Events

12 h. ago Strike action across France as hundreds of thousands join protests

Disruption seen across country as PM Sébastien Lecornu urged to rethink budget cutsHundreds of thousands of people have marched in street demonstrations across France as trade unions held a day of strike action to pressure the new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, to rethink budget cuts and act on wages, pensions and public services.There was disruption to public transport as train, bus and tram drivers went on strike, hospital staff joined protests and nine out of 10 pharmacies were closed as pharmacists protested against pricing policies. About one in six teachers at primary and secondary schools went on strike, as well as school canteen staff and monitors. Several high schools from Paris to Amiens and Le Havre were blockaded by students. Protesters held more than 250 demonstrations and marched in cities from Paris to Marseille, Nantes, Lyon and Montpellier. Continue reading...

Events

12 h. ago David and Victoria Beckham's staggering net worth as Man Utd icon launches new career

The former Manchester United star and ex-Spice Girl have amassed a huge personal fortune over the course of their 26-year marriage

Politics

12 h. ago DWP explains exact Winter Fuel Payment amount as some pensioners only eligible for £100

The DWP has confirmed the rules around who is eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment and how much pensioners will get

Economics

13 h. ago Normal People author Sally Rooney says she can no longer enter the UK due to her support for proscribed terror group Palestine Action

The group, founded in 2020, was banned in July by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, after claiming responsibility for £7million worth of damage to two Voyager plans at RAF Brize Norton on June 20.

Events

13 h. ago Government statement on free BBC TV licence as pensioners given update

The Government has responded to a petition calling for the BBC TV Licence fee to be scrapped for all pensioners in the UK

Politics

14 h. ago Man United icon David Beckham's remarkable net worth after football as he launches new career

The Manchester United icon has launched a new business after amassing a huge personal fortune alongside his wife Victoria

Politics

14 h. ago State Pension boost of £300 each year for people with grandchildren

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

Economics

14 h. ago DWP lists five groups of people who won't get Winter Fuel Payment

Millions of people eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment will get up to £300 to help with the rising cost of living this winter

Politics