The Latest Breaking News on Personal Finance

May dates for DWP payments, benefits, pensions and cost of living top ups

Help still available but several key winter state support schemes have now expired

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2023

April dates for DWP payments, benefits, pensions and cost of living top ups

Three-month extension of energy price guarantee welcomed but key state support schemes expiring

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2023

DWP support available as winter help stops and new schemes begin

Despite many schemes coming to an end, some sources of help have been extended and new ones have also been created to help households tackle rising bills.

Nottingham Post · Apr 22, 2023

DWP Universal Credit claimants could miss out on £301 Cost of Living cash

The Government has issued fresh guidance ahead of the money landing in bank accounts

Liverpool Echo · Apr 22, 2023

Saving vs. Investing: Which Is Best?

Saving and investing are both key parts of a solid financial plan, so it's worth considering what is best for you.

Kiplinger · Apr 21, 2023

Martin Lewis defends paying for Twitter blue tick as money expert feels 'obligated'

People have decided to unfollow Lewis for the decision that doesn't align with his budgeting values - but the money specialist is in a 'peculiar position'

Daily Record · Apr 21, 2023

Losing the plot: fears huge rent rises will price many out of UK allotments

Dismay at increases of more than 300%, with outcry causing some councils to make a U-turn

The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2023

First £301 DWP cost of living payment will start to arrive within days

Universal Credit claimants will start to see their money from April 25, with Tax Credits recipients starting to get theirs a week later

Chronicle Live · Apr 21, 2023

Glaswegians urged to check £750 Council Tax discount eligibility

The latest figures published by the Scottish Government show 457,140 households received a CTR in February 2023, which means around one-in-five households were saving money through the scheme.

Glasgow Live · Apr 21, 2023

New State Pension increase this month could see more retired people paying tax

The full new State Pension is worth £10,600 over the 2023/24 financial year.

Daily Record · Apr 21, 2023