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Social Security may be failing well over a million people with disabilities – and COVID-19 is making the problem worse

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The Conversation

New update for people applying for devolved disability benefits could help speed up decision-making process

Decisions for new claims of Adult Disability Payment are currently taking 79 working days, on average.

Daily Record

GOP debt limit plans begin to take shape in House - Roll Call

House Republicans are fleshing out the details of a bill that would lift the debt limit through May 2024 in exchange for spending curbs.

Roll Call

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Haven't filed taxes yet? Don't panic. Here's what to know

The deadline to file your taxes is fast approaching

The Independent UK

Disability Denied: Unable to Work, COVID Long Haulers Face Barriers to Benefits

The long COVID crisis exposes a disability claims system in disarray.

Capital & Main

Social Security Scotland causing stress for claimants with long call wait times

Record View says that Social Security Scotland needs to address the long call wait times faced by claimants, with many not getting through for over half an hour.

Daily Record

People on PIP moving to new devolved disability payment this year may see other benefits stop

If you do not report the benefit transfer to DWP, HMRC or local council, other payments may automatically end.

Daily Record

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Check your eligibility for new PIP-style payment worth up to £691 each month

Adult Disability Payment has replaced new claims for PIP in Scotland.

Daily Record

5 tax scams you need to watch out for this year

Tax season is almost as bad as the holidays when it comes to scams. And that's why you need to know what to look out for to avoid getting scammed by thieves and hackers.

Tom’s Guide

Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania to seek 4th term

Democratic Sen. Bob Casey says he’ll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party’s defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state

The Independent UK

People in Scotland urged to check eligibility for devolved disability benefits as new awareness campaign launches

Adult and Child Disability Payment have replaced PIP and DLA for new claims in Scotland.

Daily Record

Edinburgh mum praises disability benefit for helping daughter defy the odds

Caroline Milburn has encouraged others to explore whether they are eligible for a Child Disability Payment after the benefit afforded her nine-year-old opportunities she would not have had otherwise.

Edinburgh Live

Disabled people encouraged to check entitlement to benefits

The Scottish Government is launching a new advertisement campaign to increase take-up of recently devolved disability benefits

Wales Online

Scots mum reliant on disability benefits urges others to check if eligible for new devolved payment

Caroline Milburn, from Edinburgh, said disability benefits have helped cover essential costs for her daughter and give her opportunities she would never have had without them.

Daily Record

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Kiplinger

How to Fix Social Security and What to Do While We Wait

Here are four proposals to modify the Social Security program and to ensure the program keeps going strong for future retirees.

Daily Mirror

The Social Security Administration compiles a list of all the baby names given to girls and boys born each year depending on the state

Wales Online

The real life Gavin and Stacey who are being deported from Barry by the Home Office

'Please do not separate a loving couple that just wants to live in peace and contribute to their home town of Barry'

Salon

Florida GOP bill targets Gen Z voters

The bill "came out of nowhere" and passed a committee vote within 24 hours of introduction, Democrat says

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The Independent UK

5 tax tips for older adults

More than half of older taxpayers (57%) are worried they’ll have to pay more taxes this year because of the 5.9% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment in 2022, according to a January survey by The Senior Citizens League

Reason

Republicans' and Democrats' Refusal To Reform Social Security and Medicare Is Political Malpractice

In 10 years, the programs' funds will be insolvent. Over the next 30 years, they will run a $116 trillion shortfall.

Daily Record

New online PIP guides from DWP could help you claim up to £691 each month

PIP is worth between £26.90 and £172.75 each week for people with a disability or health condition.

The Independent UK

Most oppose Social Security, Medicare cuts: AP-NORC poll

Americans are deeply opposed to cutting into Medicare or Social Security benefits, and most support raising taxes on the nation’s highest earners to keep Medicare running as is

The Independent UK

Fox News poll puts Biden’s approval underwater but reveals advantages for Democrats

The president has found support from Americans on issues like gun control, social security and a potential TikTok ban

The Street

Don't Fall For These Scams During Tax Season

Fraudsters take advantage of the fear consumers feel about paying taxes and get away with scams of offering fake refunds or pretending to work for the IRS.

Daily Record

People on PIP or DLA could see changes to Motability Scheme this year when lease ends

Over 700 vehicles have been added to the Motability Scheme this Spring.

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