The move to close the loophole means offenders such as the Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane will no longer have access ...

UK households could be eligible for a 100 per cent council tax discount, effectively reducing their bills to £0, if they have certain health conditions. A severe mental impairment is one such ...

The (DWP) is preparing to perform bank account checks of those who claim Pension Credit under new government powers.

The reforms outlined in the Universal Credit Act aim to rebalance the core payment and health top-up in Universal Credit. The ...

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a response, as it urges people to check for unclaimed benefits and warns of ...

Alongside provision to bolster local support services, two new payments will be introduced under the fund: the crisis payment ...

In April 2026, all universal credit claimants will receive an above-inflation income boost of around 6.2 per cent to the ...

The parents of a Nottingham attack victim said they were ‘delighted’ that the Government is looking into a benefits ban for ...

Convicted killers who are detained in hospitals under court order face being banned from claiming benefits after uproar over ...

The Crisis and Resilience Fund has been made available to councils in England to support low-income households ...

Whether you are approaching State Pension age or have already retired, there are numerous benefits, discounts and reductions ...

Meanwhile, approximately 8.8 million pensioners are getting up to £705.80 each pay period through the Basic State Pension.