2 h. ago Universal Credit to replace two benefits within weeks and how to keep current payments

Many people claiming one of two benefits may have already been sent a letter by the DWP

Politics

3 h. ago Two benefits set to be replaced by Universal Credit this April

The DWP is sending letters to some benefit claimants with jsut a few months left to switch to Universal Credit or lose payments

Politics

21 h. ago Universal Credit claimants set for up to £25 extra each month

Here's who will get the money and when

Economics

28 h. ago DWP full list of every 2026 new benefit rate, including PIP and Universal Credit

The DWP has published its list of new payments across all of its available benefits including Attendance Allowance, Widow's Pension and Statutory Sick Pay

Politics

46 h. ago New plan to strip £800 a month DWP Universal Credit from specific group

The payments have been called 'a clear injustice that has caused real harm for too long'

Economics

46 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

48 h. ago DWP Sir Stephen Timms explains Universal Credit and PIP upcoming 2026 changes

Nearly four million households are expected to see an annual income boost of £725 under reforms to the welfare system

Politics

65 h. 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

65 h. ago Cardiff City transfer embargo latest as boss gives definitive answer to Everton player link

The Bluebirds boss spoke about the club's current transfer situation ahead of the game against Bradford City this weekend

Sport

3 d. ago Universal Credit claimants in 'arrears' issued with new DWP update

There are steps claimants can take that many people are not making use of

Politics

3 d. ago New warning to people with money in any of these four savings accounts

Savers are being urged to reconsider current saving accounts due to dropping rates over the next two weeks.

Events

3 d. ago New 2026 rates and dates confirmed for universal credit, PIP, state pension and more

Some benefits will increase in April while others have been frozen

Economics

3 d. ago New call to replace DWP benefit cash with payment card for ‘essentials

An online petition argues taxpayers could be funding ‘non-essential items’ for people on benefits.

Economics

3 d. ago February 2026 payment dates for benefits and pensions – plus changes to universal credit

All the essential cost of living information you need for February

Economics

4 d. ago Bulgarian benefits cheat who stole £52m from taxpayers then claimed Universal Credit after prison despite owning her home will have to pay it all BACK in victory for the Daily Mail

Tsvetka Todorova was jailed for three years in May 2024 for her role in the conspiracy, which stole more than £54million.

Economics

5 d. ago DWP Universal Credit payment rates for 2026 and extra amounts for parents

A wide variety of Universal Credit payments are set to see significant increases this year

Politics

5 d. 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

6 d. ago DWP ending older benefits by March 31 as millions sent Universal Credit letter

Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is also being replaced by Universal Credit and the DWP wants everyone claiming this benefit to be transferred across by March 31, 2026

Politics

6 d. ago 'Do I need to declare if I'm sell items on eBay and I claim Universal Credit?'

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry warns those in receipt of Universal Credit about the rules for selling your stuff

Politics

9 d. ago DWP payment uprating delay for those on State Pension, PIP, and more

Millions on State Pension, PIP and Universal Credit will face a significant delay amid planned payment increases

Economics