The Latest Breaking News from DWP

Universal Credit and what 'light touch' category means for DWP benefit claimants

People who claim Universal Credit may be put into groups known as 'light touch' - here is more information about what it means

Chronicle Live · Jan 14, 2023

DWP: Millions of older people will see pensions of more than £815 per month from April

Everything you need to know as weekly and monthly payment rates rise for those claiming both Old and New State Pensions.

Chronicle Live · Jan 14, 2023

All the Universal Credit and benefit changes coming in 2023 - and how they affect you

A whole raft of changes to the benefits system is set to come over the next 12 months and if you are claiming a DWP benefit then you should be aware of what they are

Daily Mirror · Jan 14, 2023

New PIP, DLA, Carer's Allowance and Attendance Allowance rates as DWP confirms increase

A number of benefits will increase their payments in line with the rate of inflation in September 2022 - here's what it means for various disability payments in the UK

Edinburgh Live · Jan 13, 2023

16 DWP and HMRC benefits that could give you extra money - check which ones you can claim

Here is a list of benefits you could claim if you are struggling financially during the current cost of living crisis - see if you are entitled to any of them

Chronicle Live · Jan 13, 2023

The 21 health conditions that could entitle you to a PIP payment worth up to £4,800 a year

DWP statistics reveal most common physical and mental disabilities among UK claimants

The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2023

Households urged to check bank account TODAY for £600 cash payment from DWP

If you have not received your Winter Fuel Payment or your Pensioner Cost of Living Payment by today then you need to contact the Department for Work and Pensions

Daily Mirror · Jan 13, 2023

DWP major benefit payment changes in pipeline for millions of sick and disabled people

Ministers said to be considering reform of fit-for-work tests and letting people keep some of their benefits if they return to work

Chronicle Live · Jan 13, 2023

State Pension payments are rising to more than £815 each month for millions of older people in April

Full details on the changes to weekly and monthly payment rates for those on the Old and New State Pension.

Daily Record · Jan 13, 2023

DWP plans benefits shake up for disabled and sick claimants

Fit-for-work tests could be ditched in their current form as part of the changes

Liverpool Echo · Jan 13, 2023