Pensioners should check TV licence rules as fee rising to £180 in April
The TV licence fee in the UK is set to rise to £180 in April, prompting pensioners to verify if they need to pay this fee or may qualify for exemptions such as free licenses for those claiming Pension Credit.
Pensioners on Attendance Allowance or PIP may be due extra £344 every month from April
Pensioners receiving Attendance Allowance or PIP could see an increase of £344 in their monthly benefits starting in April due to adjustments in Pension Credit rates.
Pension Credit overpayments at 'highest level to date' ahead of bank checks
Pension Credit overpayments have reached a record £610 million due to fraud and error, prompting new bank checks for claimants.
Three mistakes preventing pensioners from getting over £4,000 support
Many pensioners in the UK are missing out on crucial financial support due to misconceptions about eligibility for Pension Credit, according to a report.
Four-week rule could affect pensioners' payments of up to £18,000
Pensioners in the UK risk losing up to £18,000 annually in benefits if they fail to comply with a four-week rule regarding Pension Credit eligibility.
DWP says people over state pension age may miss support due to partner
Individuals over state pension age may not receive certain benefits if they have a younger partner, potentially forcing them to apply for working-age benefits instead.
One million pensioners missing out on DWP benefit worth average of £4,524 a year
One million pensioners in the UK are not claiming a Department for Work and Pensions benefit that could provide them an average of £4,524 annually.
DWP Pension Credit update as minister confirms one group will miss out
A group of pensioners in mixed-age relationships will not qualify for Pension Credit, causing concern about their financial support.
DWP confirms exact amount Pension Credit will rise by from April 2026
The DWP has announced a rise in Pension Credit payments for eligible individuals starting from April 2026.
DWP new powers to take money from your bank account - what you need to know
The UK Department for Work and Pensions now has new powers to check bank accounts as part of an initiative to combat benefit fraud.
BBC expert says little-known discount can mean 'up to 90 percent' off water bills
A BBC expert highlights a little-known discount that could reduce water bills by up to 90% for low-income households facing rising costs.
Free TV licence and other freebies for some older people in 2026 - how to apply
Nearly 910,000 eligible families are not taking advantage of Pension Credit, which provides financial benefits and various perks for older individuals in 2026.
Married pensioners could boost income by £4,300
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) aims to encourage more married pensioners to claim Pension Credit, which could increase their income by an average of £4,300.
DWP confirms rules as these claimants could get 'lump sum' back payments
The DWP has clarified rules for benefit claimants eligible to request backdated 'lump sum' payments including Universal Credit, PIP, and Pension Credit.
DWP pension support worth over £4,000 - check eligibility
The DWP offers significant financial support through Pension Credit for eligible low-income individuals living alone, with a high percentage of claims processed promptly.
DWP benefit changes in 2026, Universal Credit, PIP and State Pension - full list
Experts have compiled a comprehensive list of upcoming benefit changes in 2026, including the end of legacy benefits and adjustments to Universal Credit, PIP, and State Pension.
Pension Provision: Rating Agency: Pension Reform Necessary for Germany's AAA Rating
The credit rating agency Scope emphasizes the urgent need for a significant pension reform in Germany to maintain its AAA credit rating, citing the aging population as a major threat to mid-term growth.
Rating Agency ScopE Warns: Without Pension Reform, No Top Credit Rating
The European rating agency Scope warns that Germany may lose its top credit rating if pension reforms are not implemented due to the challenges posed by an aging population and related expenditures.