The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) runs the UK’s main welfare and pensions system, administering benefits for millions of people. Its responsibilities include payments such as Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment and the State Pension, as well as wider welfare reforms.
People on low incomes, disabled people, carers and pensioners can often claim DWP benefits and extra financial help even if they are working, have savings or own their home, depending on the rules for each means‑tested or non‑means‑tested payment.
