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Thousands of universal credit claimants could miss out on Christmas bonus payment

The qualifying period is expected to be December 5 to December 11, 2022

Nottingham Post

DWP to issue £10 Christmas bonus to people on certain benefits - check if you're eligible

Those who claim benefits such as State Pension, Adult Disability Payment and Widow’s Pension will receive a cash boost in time for Christmas from the DWP - Check if you're eligible.

Edinburgh Live

Thousands near end of life to have disability benefits fast-tracked by DWP

More people nearing the end of their lives will receive vital, fast-tracked financial support, thanks to legislation passed last week by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Glasgow Live

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Whether or not you get Long COVID could have a lot to do with how stressed out you are

Exposure to a severe life stressor heavily predicted long COVID symptoms.

Fortune

Dublin jobs: Disability support charity announces major recruitment drive

St Michael's House is actively recruiting staff nurses, social care and direct support workers

Dublin Live

Many universal credit claimants set to miss out on December Christmas bonus

Millions of people will get the money but many claimants are not eligible

Wales Online

People with long COVID face barriers to government disability benefits

When Josephine Cabrera Taveras was infected with COVID-19 in spring 2020, she didn’t anticipate that the virus would knock her out of work for two years and put her family at risk for eviction.

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14 ways to increase your monthly income before New Year

Quickly check if you qualify for benefits, a Council Tax Reduction or a TV licence discount.

Daily Record

DRAFT - Irish caravan park residents livid as loophole sees them denied €200 energy credit they need 'more than anybody'

"We don’t turn the lights on in the rooms at night to save electricity. It’s like living back 100 years ago."

Irish Mirror

People with disabilities raise voices at climate talks

A group of climate activists who focus on disability rights have been pushing for several years for inclusion of disability rights in international climate action pledges

The Independent UK

Thousands of Irish people to receive major social welfare boost within days

The news will be a welcomed relief to those struggling with the current cost of living crisis

Irish Mirror

NDIS: Bill Shorten accuses states of underspending on disability care

Schools could play a bigger role in supporting children, minister suggests, as he also targets rorts and ‘rent-seeking behaviour’

The Guardian - AU

DWP offering PIP payments of £150 a week if you have specific skin or eye issues

The disability benefit payment is made by the Department for Work and Pensions and nearly three million people across the country qualify for it - see if you do below.

Glasgow Live

DWP payments worth £150 a week available if you have specific skin or eye problems

Nearly three million people across the country qualify for DWP's disability benefit PIP, but many may not realise their health condition means they are eligible

Daily Mirror

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Daily Record

DWP dismisses new call for full review of PIP application process including health provider assessments

Nearly 15,000 people have signed an online petition calling for a review into how DWP delivers PIP.

Daily Record

People nearing State Pension age could be due wide range of extra benefits during retirement

There are more than a dozen benefits and discounts available for men and women aged over 66.

Daily Record

DWP says no assessment made of the costs involved for means-testing PIP

Disability benefits including PIP, DLA and Attendance Allowance are not currently means-tested.

ABC News

NDIS minister Bill Shorten reads the riot act to rorters, vowing to track down 'shonky' providers

The minister in charge of the NDIS has vowed to track down "shonky" disability providers, telling them to "get off my scheme".

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Daily Record

DWP £10 bonus payment for people on State Pension and certain benefits to be paid next month

Millions of people will receive the tax-free payment if they are eligible during the qualifying week in December.

The Independent UK

Appeals Court weighs death row inmate's disability claims

Attorneys for Tennessee death row inmate Byron Black say he should not be executed because he is intellectually disabled

The Independent UK

Adam Hills reveals Princess Royal’s favourite comedy show after being made MBE

Comedian Adam Hills was made an MBE for services to Paralympic sport and disability awareness.

Daily Record

Public urged to take part in consultation on plans for new disabled riding centre

The charity behind plans for a new Riding for the Disabled facility in Stirling say they want to improve disability services more broadly within Forth Valley. And they are encouraging people to participate in their three-month consultation ahead of

Edinburgh Live

Full list of DWP cost of living and heating payments due to be issued before Christmas

Eight million households in the UK are expecting the second instalment of the cost of living payment from the DWP within the next two weeks - but this is not the only financial support available this winter.

Daily Record

Most PIP assessments being conducted by phone or video call - key tips for every type of consultation

New data from DWP shows that 74% of assessments were conducted remotely in September.

Daily Record

People making new claim for PIP may not need to attend an assessment

There are five application scenarios where people making a new claim may not need to go through the consultation process.

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