Thousands of UK households may be due unpaid money from Child Tax Credit (CTC) as HMRC issues an urgent alert. Following the recent closure of the tax credit system and its full transition to Universal Credit, a review by HMRC has revealed that some claimants were underpaid or missed out on additional elements they were entitled to. If you previously claimed … Read more
Thousands of pensioners may be entitled to compensation from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) due to a newly uncovered communication issue regarding state pensions. The DWP’s Communication Failures and Investigation A recent investigation by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) revealed that the DWP failed to inform a British expat, Adrian Furnival, … Read more
UK pensioners are set to face a financial setback of up to £459 in 2025, according to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This drop in income is primarily attributed to the discontinuation of top-up payments like the Winter Fuel Payment supplement and tightened eligibility for disability-related benefits. These changes come amidst an ongoing cost-of-living crisis, with rising inflation impacting essentials … Read more
The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign is reaching a pivotal stage in 2025. Representing nearly 3.8 million UK women born between 1950 and 1960, WASPI is preparing to take legal action against the UK government over alleged mishandling of state pension age changes. These women claim they were not properly informed about the pension age rise, leaving them … Read more
The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) group continues to fight for justice on behalf of nearly 3.8 million UK women born between April 6, 1950, and April 5, 1960. These women were affected by changes in the UK state pension age, which were introduced with little notice, leaving them with insufficient time to adjust … Read more
In 2025, families caring for children with disabilities in the UK can receive weekly financial support ranging from £28.70 to £184.30 through the Disability Living Allowance (DLA). This benefit is specifically for children under 16 who require extra care or help with getting around due to a disability or health condition. The DLA is non-taxable and not means-tested, meaning your … Read more
In 2025, families across the United Kingdom with two or more children are facing key updates to the benefit cap that may significantly impact their monthly income and access to financial support. The benefit cap, which limits the total amount of benefit a household can receive, was first introduced to control welfare spending. However, its effect on larger families … Read more
With the increasing financial strain caused by the rising cost of living in the UK, the government has introduced cost-of-living payments to support vulnerable groups. The most recent of these is the £300 second installment of the Cost of Living Payment for 2025, which aims to provide relief to millions of low-income households. In this … Read more
There’s been growing speculation about a £3,000 payout for WASPI women in 2025. But is this true, and what exactly does it mean for those affected? Many women born in the 1950s were blindsided by the state pension age changes, leading to the formation of the WASPI campaign (Women Against State Pension Inequality). This article … Read more
If you’re living with a long-term health condition or disability in the UK, you could be eligible for the DWP £9,500 benefit known as the Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This financial support is designed to help cover the extra costs associated with living with a medical condition. It is crucial for many individuals, especially those … Read more
