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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

AD FEATURE: Moving in with your partner? Find out what it means for your Universal Credit

The article discusses the implications of moving in with a partner on Universal Credit claims in the UK, emphasizing the importance of notifying the Department for Work and Pensions to avoid overpayments and penalties.

Mar 2 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP announces new cash payments starting April 2026 - what you need to know

The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will introduce a new Crisis and Resilience Fund in April 2026 to replace the Household Support Fund, aiming to provide much-needed financial assistance to those in need.

Mar 1 • 10:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

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.

Mar 1 • 05:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

State pension concerns as many workers 'not able to retire as early'

Concerns have arisen regarding the increase in the state pension age, which may prevent many workers, especially those in physically demanding jobs, from retiring at a reasonable age.

Mar 1 • 03:07 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Retirees Without a Future

The article discusses the struggles faced by retirees in Ecuador, highlighting insufficient pension benefits and the challenges of finding work after retirement.

Feb 28 • 13:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP rules on 3 life changes that could 'stop' PIP payments

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) outlines three significant life changes that could affect eligibility for Personal Independence Payments (PIP).

Feb 27 • 13:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP March deadline as £11,000 warning issued

The UK Department for Work and Pensions warns small businesses of an £11,000 cost if they lose employees to health issues ahead of a March 31 deadline to enroll in a free support training programme.

Feb 27 • 09:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

8 major cost of living changes in 2026 including two huge DWP changes in April

The UK Government has announced eight significant cost of living support measures for 2026, including key changes from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Feb 25 • 12:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP disability employment support plans for 2026 and beyond

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled new initiatives to enhance employment opportunities for disabled individuals and those with long-term health conditions.

Feb 25 • 05:05 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The most educated women, but penalized in work. Salaries 25% lower and pensions 44% lower

Despite being more educated, women in Italy continue to face significant wage disparities in the workplace, with salaries averaging 25% lower than men's and pensions 44% less.

Feb 24 • 14:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP cuts thousands of benefits after households miss deadline

Over 356,000 households in the UK have had their benefits cut by the Department for Work and Pensions due to failing to respond to migration letters regarding the transition to Universal Credit.

Feb 24 • 10:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis says anyone who had children from 1978 - 2010 'could be in line for £5,000'

Martin Lewis highlights that parents who took time off work between 1978 and 2010 may be entitled to significant back payments related to state pensions due to an administrative error.

Feb 23 • 11:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

AD FEATURE: A gift, a will or an inheritance: What to tell DWP if your savings suddenly change

The article advises individuals receiving Universal Credit on how to inform the Department for Work and Pensions about changes in savings due to gifts, inheritances, or other income.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP shares full list of support available to workers with endometriosis

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has released a comprehensive list of support available for workers suffering from endometriosis, a condition affecting approximately 1.5 million women.

Feb 23 • 04:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Universal Credit 14-day warning over payments being suspended

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has issued a warning regarding the potential suspension of Universal Credit payments due to new eligibility checks that require claimants to submit personal evidence.

Feb 18 • 02:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update on cold weather payments - but one million still missing out

The UK government's Department for Work and Pensions has reported that while £35 million in cold weather payments have been issued, approximately one million eligible pensioners have not yet claimed these payments.

Feb 18 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 • 14:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP update released for first time confirms big rise for one benefit

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has revealed a significant rise in Universal Credit claimants, driven mainly by transitions from legacy benefits rather than new claims.

Feb 17 • 14:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP Universal Credit payment hike rising to £760 for millions of households

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has announced reforms to Universal Credit, increasing payments to £760 for millions while also investing in employment assistance.

Feb 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP confirms stepping up of 'accuracy checks' for Universal Credit claims

The UK Department for Work and Pensions is intensifying its verification processes for Universal Credit claims following new laws allowing for bank account checks to prevent fraud.

Feb 15 • 06:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update over 'award cuts' for disabled claimants

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has updated on changes affecting disabled claimants regarding the Access to Work scheme, which provides financial support for workplace accommodations.

Feb 15 • 05:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update on anti-fraud crackdown to beat benefit cheats

The UK’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is implementing new powers to combat benefit fraud and recover wrongly paid funds.

Feb 15 • 00:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pensioners could see certain DWP payments stop at this age

Pensioners in the UK may lose eligibility for some Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) payments upon reaching retirement age, as these benefits cease when State Pension payments begin.

Feb 12 • 12:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP Universal Credit changes to take place from April 2026 - key details

The UK Department for Work and Pensions plans to implement changes to Universal Credit in April 2026 aimed at reducing welfare benefits associated with health conditions to address perceived disincentives for employment.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Universal Credit update as DWP confirms protections for those at-risk during process

The UK Department for Work and Pensions is implementing protections for individuals at risk during the migration to the Universal Credit system as six legacy benefits are phased out.

Feb 12 • 02:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP fraud crackdown expert alert over bank accounts being 'flagged indefinitely'

Experts are warning that new fraud investigation powers by the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could lead to indefinite flagging of bank accounts associated with certain benefits.

Feb 11 • 15:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update on £4,000 payments that many don't know exist

The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) updated on a little-known payment scheme worth potentially £4,000 for individuals with disabilities or health conditions who require work-related support.

Feb 11 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Two groups of pensioners must claim £300 from DWP before March deadline

Pensioners in two specific groups are urged to claim a £300 payment from the Department for Work and Pensions before the upcoming deadline in March.

Feb 10 • 04:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

DWP permanent secretary to step down after carer’s allowance scandal

The permanent secretary of the UK's Department for Work and Pensions will resign following a scandal involving the mishandling of carer’s allowance, affecting thousands of unpaid carers.

Feb 9 • 19:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP outlines 5 key things to know before making a PIP claim

The Department for Work and Pensions has released resources to assist individuals in understanding and applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

Feb 9 • 13:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP sending letters as pensioners could boost income by £4,300

The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is sending letters to pensioners informing them of potential income boosts of up to £4,300 after the upcoming annual uprating of the State Pension.

Feb 9 • 12:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP confirms new Universal Credit rates - full list of how much they will go up

The UK Department for Work and Pensions announces proposed payment rate increases for Universal Credit starting April 2026, benefitting millions of households.

Feb 8 • 16:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP PIP full list of conditions and groups most likely to get £749 a month

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) outlines the conditions and demographics most likely to qualify for high payments under the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) scheme.

Feb 8 • 09:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Foreign Office to review Peter Mandelson’s US ambassador payoff – UK politics live

UK Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden says Peter Mandelson should consider returning his payout from the Foreign Office following controversy surrounding his links to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 8 • 08:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP confirms new PIP rates 2026 from April - full list

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has announced an increase in Personal Independence Payment rates effective from April 2026, along with adjustments to other disability benefits.

Feb 7 • 16:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Good news about work pensions – except for one group

Statistics show that the number of disability pension applications has increased significantly among those aged 60 and over in Finland.

Feb 7 • 14:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP PIP 'assessments' update issued on conditions caused by 'sodium valproate'

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has updated Parliament on Personal Independence Payment assessments concerning conditions linked to sodium valproate, following concerns about staff training.

Feb 7 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP new Universal Credit payment rates from April 2026 - full list

The Department for Work and Pensions has announced new Universal Credit payment rates effective April 2026, which will increase above inflation for the standard allowance.

Feb 7 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major DWP change to get millions of people back to work

The UK Government's Department for Work and Pensions is set to implement reforms aimed at helping 2.8 million individuals find employment, particularly focusing on enhancing the Disability Confident scheme to encourage more disabled people in the workforce.

Feb 6 • 15:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Thousands of older people missing out on free TV Licence

The Department for Work and Pensions is urging older individuals to verify their eligibility for a free TV Licence as costs are expected to rise in April.

Feb 6 • 11:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Mrak Taritaš: Why wait a year? Let the new minister immediately abolish the tax on pensions

The HSS, GLAS, and DOSIP parliamentary group is urging the immediate abolition of the pension tax, arguing that pensions are property rights, not income, and the new minister should not delay the relief for retirees who want to work.

Feb 5 • 11:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP statement over data sharing changes as new laws come in

The Department for Work and Pensions has updated its data sharing practices with local authorities amid discussions on potential reforms to the benefits system.

Feb 5 • 05:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

DWP chief accused of overseeing ‘culture of complacency’ that led to carer’s allowance scandal

The head of the Department for Work and Pensions has been criticized for fostering a culture that resulted in unpaid carers accumulating significant benefit debts.

Feb 4 • 19:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP defends qualifying age rule as pensioners miss out on up to £7,000

The Department for Work and Pensions is defending its qualifying age rule amidst calls from policy experts to reform it, as many pensioners could be missing out on significant benefits due to their housing circumstances.

Feb 4 • 10:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pensioners could boost DWP payments by almost £700 a year

Pensioners in the UK can increase their Department for Work and Pensions payments by nearly £700 annually by deferring their State Pension, a benefit that many are not aware of.

Feb 4 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP Universal Credit changes coming in April 2026 - what you need to know

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to implement significant changes to Universal Credit in April 2026, including an increase in the standard allowance and cuts to the health element.

Feb 3 • 14:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP changes to Universal Credit in April 2026 including health element

The Department for Work and Pensions is implementing significant changes to Universal Credit starting April 2026, including a reduction in the health element despite ongoing concerns.

Feb 2 • 11:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major DWP rule change for disability scheme

The Department for Work and Pensions has changed communication rules for the Access to Work disability scheme, raising concerns among campaigners.

Jan 16 • 10:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Older PIP claimants could be owed backdated DWP payments

A recent legal amendment allows older Personal Independence Payment claimants to potentially receive backdated payments and reassess their mobility classification from the Department for Work and Pensions.

Jan 16 • 05:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues cost of living payment update for 2026 in new response

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an update urging people to check for unclaimed benefits and warns of scams amidst ongoing economic challenges.

Jan 16 • 05:00 UTC

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