DWP confirms new PIP trial allows some people to complete whole application online A new digital version of the ‘PIP 2 health questionnaire’ is also currently being offered to the ‘majority’ of claimants. Daily Record · Feb 2, 2023
Public health groups urge Rishi Sunak to widen free school meals programme Junk food levy could fund meals for 800,000 more children and young people in England, experts tell PM The Guardian - UK · Feb 2, 2023
Pension triple lock unsustainable, warns IFS Benefits system increasingly skewed towards parents and pensioners, says Institute for Fiscal Studies The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023
Can you save money by using eco settings on your appliances and is it quicker? Most modern appliances are designed to be greener and more efficient - but which work and which are just a green gimmick? Chronicle Live · Feb 1, 2023
Edinburgh plan to axe classroom assistants and support teachers in budget papers The council is facing a £76 million black hole in its finances, and officials warned that even if all their proposed savings are implemented, a further £3.7 million in savings - or income - will need to be found. Edinburgh Live · Feb 1, 2023
Cost of living: Grant worth up to €50,000 available to people for house renovation If you are eligible, the grant is perfect for fixing up a house Irish Mirror · Feb 1, 2023
Martin Lewis urges people to claim 'massive' State Pension top-up Grandparents who provided care, even if it was remotely during the pandemic, could increase their State Pension payments. Edinburgh Live · Feb 1, 2023
Winter heating payment facing delay after Scots benefits agency admits it may be next month Some households could be waiting until March before the Winter Heating Payment is finally delivered. Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023
Communities save their own vital assets or services through £200m 'shares' People can become investors in a community business by buying shares from as little as £10 Wales Online · Feb 1, 2023
Martin Lewis issues urgent one-day warning to anyone with a UK passport The money-saving expert said there is just hours left before a big change comes into force Manchester Evening News · Feb 1, 2023
Woman who quit teaching for job at Costco says life is now 'much better' A woman has spoken up about her decision to give up her teaching career for a job at Costco, explaining that her 'passion' for education simply wasn't enough to cover her bills Daily Mirror · Feb 1, 2023
DWP could stop Carer's Allowance and take you to court if any of these changes are not reported There are nine main changes in circumstances which all unpaid carers should be aware of. Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023
Pension savers forced to pay taxman money they don't even owe Government urged to tackle 'scandalous' situation which hits people on low incomes the most Nottingham Post · Feb 1, 2023
Martin Lewis shares 'best options' for how parents can manage children's money There are a wide range of options available that allow parents to invest money into their child's future Manchester Evening News · Feb 1, 2023
Belfast Live · Feb 1, 2023 When Cost of Living payments will be paid this year for people on benefits The UK Government has announced further Cost of Living Payments
Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023 Low-income families encouraged to apply for £267 one-off child payment before end of this month Applications for the Best Start School Age Payment grant close on February 28, 2023..
The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023 NS&I brings one-year fixed-rate bonds back on sale The one-year fixed-rate guaranteed growth bonds and guaranteed income bonds have been put back on general sale for the first time since 2019.
Chronicle Live · Feb 1, 2023 Eight money changes to look out for in February - from a new Universal Credit rule to energy price cap This list will help you keep on top of any changes that could affect your finances this month, including interest rate and Ofgem price cap announcements
Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023 Families with disabled children and young people urged to apply for grants to help with cost of living Funding is available for a wide range of essentials including clothing, white goods, furniture, games consoles and sensory equipment.
Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023 DWP urges people of State Pension age to claim £3,500 annual income top-up Pension Credit can also provide help with Council Tax, Housing costs and hearing bills.
The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023 How much the favourite items in your food basket have gone up How much it is now costing to make a cake, spaghetti bolognese and a packed lunch
Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023 B&M selling £20 plug-in heater shoppers say 'blasts the room with heat' The Russell Hobbs Ceramic Plug-In Heater is in B&M stores for the cheapest price on the market.
Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023 Martin Lewis urges families with household income under £40,000 to check for Universal Credit and free childcare Families with a combined household income of under £40,000 could be missing out on support.
Evening Standard · Feb 1, 2023 The crisis in teaching is even worse than it looks — it is close to existential During Covid, the country found out what it was to disrupt schooling — three years of missed lessons, home learning and mask-wearing have meant a generation has lost out on its formative education. Many parents were forced out of the workplace to look after their children — with a long-term…
Chronicle Live · Feb 1, 2023 Newcastle organisations receive over £500,000 from City Council for support amid cost of living crisis The Winter Wellbeing Fund that was launched in November, has since supported nearly 100 community sector organisations in the city