Report on effectiveness of benefit sanctions blocked by DWP Department for Work and Pensions refused FoI request for its internal research commissioned in 2019 The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2022
DWP can now audio record PIP telephone and in-person assessments The Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled new guidelines for claimants and health professionals regarding the recording of audio and notes during consultations Glasgow Live · Jan 25, 2022
Private sector expertise could help clear up pension mistakes – former minister The Department for Work and Pensions has been criticised for its handling of long-term state pension underpayments. The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2022
State pensioners still owed thousands due to decades of DWP underpayments The Department for Work and Pensions estimates it has underpaid 134,000 pensioners, mostly women, over £1billion of their state pension entitlement, with some errors dating as far back as 1985 Daily Mirror · Jan 21, 2022
UK state pension systems not fit for purpose – MPs’ report Department for Work and Pensions criticised for 'shambles’ that saw pensioners short-changed by more than £1bn The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2022
State pension underpayments are ‘shameful shambles’ – spending watchdog The Department for Work and Pensions estimates it has underpaid 134,000 pensioners, mostly women, over £1 billion of their entitlement. The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022
DWP's full list of what freebies and discounts you can get if you claim PIP benefit People who get the Personal Independence Payment(PIP) benefit can be eligible for extra financial help, the Department for Work and Pensions(DWP) says, including money off energy bills, home modifications, water rates and train tickets Daily Mirror · Jan 20, 2022
DWP releases full list of freebies and discounts for everyone claiming PIP benefit The Department for Work and Pensions has explained that those who are on PIP may qualify for further assistance with everyday finances with a number of discounts and freebies Chronicle Live · Jan 19, 2022