3 h. ago It’s not just more babies, Republicans are pushing idea one parent should ditch work and stay at home with the kids

White House aides discussing handing families money for each child they have and removing federal tax credits for day care

Politics

8 h. ago DWP confirms exact dates for PIP and Universal Credit changes to start next year

The DWP has confirmed that changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit will not be introduced immediately, with the reforms set to be implemented from next year

Politics

9 h. ago DWP full list of 19 changes Universal Credit claimants must report or risk losing benefits

Full list of change of circumstances you must report to the DWP or risk being taken to court or issued a fine

Events

10 h. ago DWP claimants told to act after 355,000 have benefits payments stopped

Currently, the benefits department is working to move people claiming older "legacy benefits" onto Universal Credit through a process called Managed Migration

Politics

12 h. ago Universal Credit claimants due pay rise from this week as major benefit change kicks in

Universal Credit is paid monthly in arrears, so the first round of benefit payments that will include the higher rates will be paid from this week

Politics

13 h. ago DWP confirms exact dates PIP and Universal Credit changes will start next year

Welfare reforms are set to be introduced for new and existing claimants next year.

Politics

37 h. ago Universal Credit migration deadline passes as DWP Tax Credits officially end

The last day for people claiming Working Tax Credits and Child Tax Credits to secure transitional protection has now passed. Here's what to do if you missed the deadline

Politics

42 h. ago DWP could stop your universal credit if you have this amount in savings

The Department for Work and Pensions will start withdrawing support and are going to be checks to ensure people are not cheating the welfare system

Politics

48 h. ago DWP Universal Credit migration deadline passes as tax credits officially end

The deadline for people to move from tax credits to Universal Credit has passed

Politics

52 h. ago Major DWP changes will hit 150,000 people on carer's benefits within five years

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the number of people who would be affected by the policy change in the coming years on the back of queries from Labour peers.

Events

66 h. ago All the DWP bank statement checks for Universal Credit claimants

DWP said some Universal Credit claims need to be 'corrected'

Politics

3 d. ago DWP sending letters to thousands of people ahead of key benefit being axed

Households claiming income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) still need to be moved to Universal Credit - we explain when you'll likely receive a letter from the DWP in the post

Politics

3 d. ago DWP confirms five things checked in bank statements and transactions of people on Universal Credit

DWP also uses transaction details to make an ‘accurate assessment’ of a claimant’s current financial circumstances.

Economics

3 d. ago People on Universal Credit could face DWP penalty or court for not reporting these changes

There are certain changes in circumstances which must be reported to the DWP as soon as possible.

Events

3 d. ago Scots woman 'stuck on Universal Credit' after spending £12k for qualification

GlamCandy UK Ltd entered compulsory liquidation in October 2024.

Economics

4 d. ago New DWP update on impact of PIP and welfare reforms on people in Scotland

North East Fife MP Wendy Chamberlain put questions to the DWP over the potential impact for Scots on PIP and Universal Credit.

Politics

5 d. ago Mum of six on Universal Credit spent £100,000 on scratchcard addiction

Marie Ellefsen, 45, got hooked on gambling after winning £20 on her first ever scratchcard nearly 15 years ago.

Economics

6 d. ago DWP loan worth over £800 on offer to Universal Credit claimants

The support from the Department for Work and Pensions can be used for a variety of reasons, such as to replace a fridge or boiler, or for repairs to your home - but you'll need to pay it back

Economics

8 d. ago Mum of 6 addicted to scratch cards spent £150 a day and couldn't go out alone for months

Marie Ellefsen, 45, said she was hooked when she won £20 on her first-ever scratch card but then felt guilty as she funded her gambling with universal credit

Economics

1 week ago DWP warning as Universal Credit claimants could be missing out on up to £1,149 each month

Universal Credit is designed to help people in and out of work on a low income with everyday living costs - but many people claiming the benefit could be missing out on vital support

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