Universal Credit and disability benefits in the UK rose by 1.7% in April 2025, offering a slight relief to millions of claimants. This guide breaks down updated rates, cost-of-living payments, and the major changes coming in 2026. Learn what’s new, what’s next, and how to make sure you receive the right support.
The UK government’s Help to Save scheme offers up to £1,200 in tax-free bonuses to support Universal Credit recipients and low-income earners. Designed to encourage consistent saving, this plan gives you 50p for every £1 saved, up to £50 per month. Fully backed by the government through NS&I, it’s safe, easy, and open until April 2027. Apply now and unlock a secure path to financial empowerment.
The DWP is issuing back payments of up to £12,000 for PIP claims made between April 2016 and July 2019, following a Supreme Court ruling. If you were underpaid due to a mental health condition like anxiety or PTSD, you might be owed an average of £5,285.
The DWP’s 2025 Cost of Living Payments offer up to £500 to support UK households facing rising expenses. Learn about eligibility, payment schedules, and how to ensure you receive this vital financial aid.
Attendance Allowance offers state pensioners up to £108 per week to help with the cost of personal care due to health conditions like arthritis, dementia, and heart disease.
Learn how to claim the £4,200 income boost for pensioners through Pension Credit. This article provides a step-by-step guide on applying, eligibility requirements, and additional benefits available, helping pensioners access vital support.
The UK Government has declined to issue the recommended £3,150 WASPI compensation, affecting thousands of women born between 1950 and 1960 who were inadequately informed about pension age changes.
In 2024, over 200,000 PIP claims were canceled, sparking concern among recipients. This article explores why claims are being reassessed, provides guidance on navigating the process, and offers practical tips for ensuring that you receive the support you need.
Find out how people over State Pension age could claim up to £110.40 per week through the DWP’s Attendance Allowance.
The DWP Announces £225 Vouchers for Half-Term scheme is a government initiative aimed at supporting low-income households during the February school break. By offering vouchers ranging from £75 to £225 based on household composition, this program helps cover essential costs like food and energy bills.
The UK’s DWP will issue £301–£500 Cost of Living Payments in 2025, totalling up to £900 for eligible benefit claimants. This guide explains who qualifies, payment dates, and how to access the automatic support—plus an extra £200 household boost available through councils. Learn how to prepare, stay updated, and avoid missing out.
The UK government is cracking down on benefit fraud with new proposals that include £300 fines and direct bank deductions without consent.
The DWP is offering up to £4,200 a year through Pension Credit for eligible pensioners born before April 1957. This comprehensive guide explains how the benefit works, who qualifies, and how to claim. Many pensioners are missing out on thousands in extra income and additional benefits. Learn how to apply online, by phone, or post—and discover if you’re one of those eligible for this financial boost.
Single retirees in the UK face a pension gap of up to £225,000 compared to couples, due to higher living costs and fewer shared financial benefits. This guide explains the causes of the gap, offers practical retirement planning advice, and outlines steps individuals can take to close the gap and secure a comfortable future.
The £327 Monthly Unpaid Care Payment provides essential financial support to unpaid carers across the UK. Learn about eligibility criteria, the application process, and how this payment can help alleviate the financial burden of caregiving. With backdated options and student inclusivity, this benefit ensures that carers receive the recognition they deserve.
Many women born in the 1950s are hopeful about a potential £3,000 WASPI payout in 2025, but the Department for Work and Pensions has not confirmed any such plan.
