United Kingdom

DWP launching new support for people with back, muscle and joint problems

DWP launching new support for people with back, muscle and joint problems

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a new program targeted at speeding up treatment for people with musculoskeletal (MSK) illnesses such ...

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DWP confirms big change to Universal Credit and TWO other benefits

DWP confirms big change to Universal Credit and TWO other benefits

“Our Plan for Change will deliver the long-term economic stability and growth needed to improve every family’s financial security by putting more money in ...

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Women on State Pension due back payments of up to £11,905 before New Year

Women on State Pension due back payments of up to £11,905 before New Year

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) recently provided new updates on the status of the State Pension Underpayments Legal Entitlements and Administrative Practice ...

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DWP issues big update over forcing 646,000 people on PIP or DLA back to work

DWP issues big update over forcing 646,000 people on PIP or DLA back to work

The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a new project to assist individuals receiving Personal Independence Payment or Disability Living Allowance in returning ...

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DWP Christmas bonus update as millions have payment date changed

DWP Christmas bonus update as millions have payment date changed

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that critical benefit payments and some Universal Credit would be deposited into people’s accounts early. ...

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DWP confirm DLA and Attendance Allowance payment rates for 2025

DWP confirm DLA and Attendance Allowance payment rates for 2025

In 2025, households receiving benefits such as Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and Attendance Allowance will experience an increase in payments. The government has revealed ...

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DWP issues timetable that reveals changes to benefit payment dates including Universal Credit over Christmas

DWP issues timetable that reveals changes to benefit payment dates including Universal Credit over Christmas

The GOVERNMENT has issued a reminder that payments will be distributed early to guarantee that no one is short of funds for Christmas and ...

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DWP urged to introduce retrospective regulations following Virgin Media ruling

DWP urged to introduce retrospective regulations following Virgin Media ruling

The Association of Consulting Actuaries (ACA), the Association of Pension Lawyers (APL), and the Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) have released a united statement ...

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DWP update as plans to merge two major benefits confirmed

DWP update as plans to merge two major benefits confirmed

A new Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) program will combine two main payments, impacting millions of applicants. It comes after Labour announced plans ...

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DWP wants to reform benefits to cut costs, not help disabled people into work, court hears

DWP wants to reform benefits to cut costs, not help disabled people into work, court hears

“We are determined to have a welfare system that encourages and supports people into work, while providing a vital safety net for those who ...

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