The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing renewed scrutiny over the controversial two-child benefit limit, as new reports and policy discussions highlight its impact on families and child poverty levels across the UK. Introduced in 2017, the policy restricts financial support through Universal Credit and Child Tax Credit to a family’s first two … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided an update on a major compensation scheme set to benefit thousands of claimants following a lengthy legal battle. Around 57,000 people who experienced financial losses when moving from legacy benefits to Universal Credit will receive compensation payments averaging £2,100 each. Background to the Compensation Scheme The … Read more
The number of pensioners receiving crucial financial support through Pension Credit has surged following a significant increase in applications processed by the UK government. Official figures reveal that between July 29, 2024, and February 23, 2025, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) received 235,000 applications for Pension Credit—a staggering 81% increase compared to the … Read more
Millions of people in the UK living with respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and cystic fibrosis, may be eligible for financial support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Under the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) scheme, people with long-term breathing difficulties that impact daily life can receive up to £737 … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has rejected over 330,000 Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims in the 2023/24 financial year, according to newly released data. This represents 46% of all processed claims, sparking concerns among disability rights advocates and policymakers about the fairness of the assessment process. PIP is a critical financial support for … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the March 2025 payment dates for State Pension, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Universal Credit, and other benefits. Unlike in some months, there are no bank holidays in March that would cause payments to be issued early. This means that most people will receive their benefits as … Read more
The UK government has introduced a new £200 Cost of Living Payment for 2025 to help millions of households manage rising living expenses. As the cost of essential goods and services continues to increase, the government aims to provide targeted financial support to those most affected. Government Support Measures While an official announcement regarding the … Read more
Millions of UK households will see their energy bills rise in April 2025, following Ofgem’s latest price cap increase. The energy regulator has confirmed that the price cap will rise by 6.4%, impacting customers of British Gas, OVO Energy, EDF Energy, and Octopus Energy, among others. With energy costs already a concern for many, this … Read more
Millions of UK residents relying on Universal Credit, State Pensions, and other government benefits will receive their payments as scheduled in March 2025, with no changes due to public holidays. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the key payment dates and available cost-of-living support. Here’s everything you need to know about when … Read more
The UK government is set to introduce significant changes to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) starting from April 1, 2025. These updates will impact petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles, with electric cars facing taxation for the first time. The move aims to create a more balanced tax system as electric vehicle (EV) adoption grows and … Read more