The Latest Breaking News from DWP

People making a new claim for Carer’s Allowance could receive first payment next month

Successful new applicants in Scotland will also qualify for the next Carer’s Allowance Supplement payment, worth £270.

Daily Record · Jun 20, 2023

Charity warns £150 cost of living payment ‘won’t touch the sides’ for millions of people on disability benefits

More than six million people will receive the one-off payment of £150 between now and July 4.

Daily Record · Jun 20, 2023

More than six million to receive cost of living payment from today

It's part of a wider support package which could see eligible households receive as much as £1,350 in total

Manchester Evening News · Jun 20, 2023

DWP to give millions of people extra cash this month

More than six million people will see the money land in their accounts over the next fortnight

Liverpool Echo · Jun 20, 2023

Universal Credit pay boost of up to £522 for working parents due to start this week

Universal Credit’s maximum childcare payments will rise to up to £1,630 per month from June 28.

Daily Record · Jun 20, 2023

Boris Johnson could avoid ‘early retirement’ with pub work, Labour MP jokes

Jonathan Ashworth asked whether the Work and Pensions Secretary would give the same advice to Mr Johnson as he has to other over-50s who retire early.

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2023

The 77 medical conditions that could qualify you for the £150 cost of living payment

Millions are set to get the payment starting from this week and there is a huge variety of qualifying conditions

Wales Online · Jun 19, 2023

State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other benefits could stop if you go into hospital this summer

Payments may be reduced or paused if the relevant department is not notified, even if it is just for one night.

Daily Record · Jun 19, 2023

People of State Pension age with arthritis could be due up to £407 each month from DWP

More than 410,600 older people are receiving extra financial support through Attendance Allowance.

Daily Record · Jun 19, 2023

New calls for PIP 'fast-track' application process allowing NHS staff to approve claims by 'checking a box'

The proposal would allow NHS staff to decide whether a claimant is entitled to the benefit worth up to £691 each month.

Daily Record · Jun 19, 2023