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Full list of DWP PIP claimants who can get free driving lessons
A scheme from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) - and grant from the Motability Scheme - could provide free driving ...
New State Pension payments details and how long you need to work to get the full amount
The number of years you need to work so you can qualify for the full New State Pension payment and a pension expert has ...
DWP gives update on Winter Fuel Payment income thresholds
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will issue Winter Fuel Payments of up to £300 to eligible pensioners in November ...
State pensioners warned over 'shocking' DWP failure that's a 'hammer blow'
HMRC and Department for Work and Pensions (DWP failures mean many parents could be missing out on up to £4,500 in state ...
'DWP asked my brother why he bought a Just Eat - now I'm scared about my Universal Credit spending'
A Universal Credit claimant has told how they have been left 'terrified' they will lose their benefits over their spending.
Four things that might mean you're eligible for Universal Credit from DWP
According to the DWP, there are four things that need to be true in order for you to claim Universal Credit: You must have no ...
DWP to end six benefits in months as millions told to claim Universal Credit
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been phasing out older benefits for millions of people in recent years - but it is continuing this year ...
Key checks people should do before Pension age rise next year
This will be the first in a series of planned increases to the State Pension age, with a further rise from 67 to 68 to be ...
DWP announces six Universal Credit changes coming in 2026
The Bill introduces significant reductions for new claimants from April 2026, who will receive health top-ups of just £50 per ...
Are more countries raising the retirement age?
Fiscal deficits occur when the Government’s spending is more than its revenues. In 2018 Barbados raised its retirement age ...
State Pension checks people need to do before major change in April
The State Pension age is set to start increasing next year and be fully implemented for all men and women across the UK by ...
Triple lock 'cap' policy could slow how much state pension rises each year
The Government could bring in a cap on how much the state pension goes up each year in line with the triple lock, as the ...