The Latest Breaking News from DWP

The myths behind smart meters debunked as privacy concerns raised

Smart meters are designed to give accurate and regular updates on how much energy you are using in your home - but there are a lot of concerns surrounding the device.

Glasgow Live · Sep 18, 2022

DWP shares benefit cap will cut Brits benefits by £65 a week

Benefits are due to rise around 10 per cent next April - but a cap that already impacts more than 100,000 people hasn't risen for six years.

Glasgow Live · Sep 18, 2022

Some of the best Scottish proverbs that can be used in everyday life

If you grew up with Scottish grandparents or elder relatives, you'll already know they have a saying for every occasion - whether you asked for the advice or not.

Glasgow Live · Sep 18, 2022

LA conserving water at record levels, but it's not enough as drought worsens

During a summer of soaring heat, shrinking supplies and mandatory drought restrictions, Los Angeles residents conserved water at an impressive pace in August, with that month's usage dropping below a record low set during the previous drought.

Los Angeles Times · Sep 17, 2022

DWP benefit cap's 'cruel' move set to cut £260 a month from poor

The Child Poverty Action Group has warned of a “growing gulf” between the cap and benefit rates and the cost of living

Liverpool Echo · Sep 17, 2022

Older people nearing DWP official retirement age could be due wide range of extra benefits

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

Daily Record · Sep 17, 2022

DWP £300 Pensioner Cost of Living Payment update as full rates shared

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an update regarding the £300 Pensioner Cost of Living Payment, revealing the full payment rates depending on your circumstances

Edinburgh Live · Sep 16, 2022

Money changes due to hit your pocket between now and Christmas

Every family will be affected by benefits changes, Government rebates and announcements when planning the rest of the year

Chronicle Live · Sep 16, 2022

DWP Universal Credit update as four groups to get pay boost starting this week

Four groups of benefit claimants are set to see an increase to their income after they are migrated over to Universal Credit from their benefits they currently claim

Glasgow Live · Sep 16, 2022

DWP key dates for all cost of living payments up to October

Millions of people will be offered support

Nottingham Post · Sep 16, 2022