The Latest Breaking News from GovUK

DWP rule changes could see people who claim PIP due back up to £5,000

New guidance confirms the Department for Work and Pensions will be reviewing claims made on or after August 21 2020

Wales Online · Apr 6, 2022

Seven things to check before new tax year starts at midnight

There are some important changes all households should be aware of as the new tax year takes hold

Liverpool Echo · Apr 5, 2022

People who claim PIP or were denied benefit payments could be due back up to £5,000

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims for people who were awarded some benefit, or who were denied it entirely, could be backdated following a new review announced today

Daily Mirror · Apr 5, 2022

New £200 energy ‘loan’ guide released to help 28m people understand October bill credit

The way you receive the UK Government support in October will depend on how you pay for your energy.

Daily Record · Apr 4, 2022

Two days left for benefit claimants to update payments or risk money being stopped

Benefit claimants will no longer be able to get tax credits, Child Benefit and Guardian’s Allowance paid into Post Office card accounts after April 5. Here's what you need to know

Daily Mirror · Apr 3, 2022

PIP and DLA payments are rising this month - here are the new weekly rates

The DWP will give PIP and DLA claimants up to £19 extra in every four-week pay period from April 11.

Daily Record · Apr 2, 2022

DWP: How many years do you need to work to receive a Full State Pension in retirement

A quarter of those aged 35-44 have no plan for their future retirement

Bristol Post · Apr 1, 2022

DWP State Pension claimants could get extra £89 top-up each week

People who have reached the State Pension age — even if they are still working — may be eligible for an additional benefit from the Department for Work and Pensions

Edinburgh Live · Apr 1, 2022

Every important financial change affecting millions of people in April

There are a lot of financial changes coming into effect across Scotland and the UK in April, affecting benefits, Council Tax, energy prices, the Minimum and Living Wages and more

Edinburgh Live · Apr 1, 2022

25 ways to boost your finances and beat the cost of living crisis this month

Money-saving tips, tax breaks, benefits, Council Tax discounts and more.

Daily Record · Apr 1, 2022