Winter fuel payments scam warning for pensioners Winter fuel payments will be made automatically and people should not engage with texts about them, the Department for Work and Pensions is warning. Evening Standard · Oct 15, 2025
DWP issues warning to pensioners ahead of winter fuel payments Fraudsters are sending text messages falsely claiming to be from government officials The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2025
‘Kafkaesque’: teacher in Birmingham fights to clear his name after identity fraud Michael Bene is repaying £763 ‘advance’ despite evidence he did not attend face-to-face verification interview The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025
Keir Starmer hands loyal Scottish Labour MPs top Government jobs – see full list A HOST of Scottish Labour loyalists – including a former Better Together chief and the wife of Keir Starmer’s top strategist – have been given… The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2025
Michael Shanks handed second ministerial role amid Labour reshuffle KEIR Starmer is carrying out a reshuffle of his junior ministers, with Scottish Labour MP Michael Shanks handed a second ministerial role The National (Scotland) · Sep 6, 2025
Lawyers flag ‘scandalous’ issues as DWP pays out £452 million in compensation Claimants were found to have lost the ‘Severe Disability Premium’ (SDP) in the move to universal credit, with the DWP not doing enough to ensure their incomes were protected The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025
Winter fuel allowance: the scammers pounce on government U-turn Fraudsters send out texts claiming to be from the Department for Work and Pensions urging pensioners to apply for a £300 payment The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2025
People on Basic State Pension told to check for payment errors You can get in touch with the Department for Work and Pensions if you think your payment is incorrect Evening Standard · Jul 24, 2025
Mothers lose legal challenge against DWP over two-child benefit cap 'rape clause' TWO women have lost a legal challenge against the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) over the rules around the "rape clause" of the… The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2025
Ministers face fresh challenge to welfare reforms in Wednesday votes Labour MP for York Central Rachael Maskell accused the Government of being ‘stubborn’ in its welfare reform efforts. Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
UN panel raises concerns with UK government over welfare bill Committee says it has ‘credible information’ about negative impact of the legislation on disabled people The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025
Nearly 370,000 British Pensioners Set to Lose Disability Benefits Under New DWP Eligibility Rules Close to 370,000 British pensioners are facing challenging times due to eligibility rules imposed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). International Business Times UK · Jun 26, 2025
Starmer braces for biggest backbench rebellion yet as ‘horrendous’ welfare cuts spark immediate backlash Charities warned Keir Starmer’s cuts will drive disabled people into poverty The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
Welfare reform marks moment of compassion, says Kendall amid backbench anger Ministers are likely to face a Commons stand-off with backbench Labour MPs over their plans. Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2025 Carer’s allowance: woman who won case against DWP calls for end to ‘sickening harassment’ Nicola Green, 42, speaks out after significant legal victory against department that accused her of fraud UK politics live – latest updates
Evening Standard · Jun 9, 2025 Labour MPs in call for benefits U-turn after change to winter fuel payment cut Pensioners who earn less than £35,000 will receive the winter fuel payment, the Chancellor has said.
The National (Scotland) · Jun 2, 2025 DWP news, updates, and information on claiming benefits People struggling with the cost of living can claim benefits for support, even if they work, have savings, or own a home.
The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2025 US firm that tests eligibility for UK disability benefits reports 23% rise in profits British arm of Maximus is biggest provider of functional assessment services for DWP
The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2025 Starmer faces Labour revolt over plan to raid bank accounts of benefit claimants Welfare fraud bill would allow funds to be taken from bank accounts and driving licences to be cancelled
The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2025 Liz Kendall refuses to retract claim too many on benefits are ‘taking the mickey’ In an interview with Anushka Asthana, Department for Work and Pensions secretary Liz Kendall refused to retract a comment she made in February claiming too many people on benefits in the UK were ‘taking the mickey.’
International Business Times UK · Mar 26, 2025 UK Is Finally Updating Their Child Benefit Policies: Here's What You Should Know The UK government is exploring updates to its Child Benefit policy, aiming to lessen the impact of the current two-child limit without full removal due to cost.
The Fashion Central · Mar 25, 2025 DWP Letter Sparks Panic as £5,000 Fines Threaten Claimants Amid Massive Benefit Cuts Benefit claimants across the UK are being warned to keep a close eye on the post, as new letters from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
The Fashion Central · Mar 6, 2025 DWP Faces Major Budget Cuts as Government Targets Benefits and Welfare Fraud Crackdown The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), responsible for Universal Credit and PIP, is set to face significant budget cuts.
Evening Standard · Feb 27, 2025 64% jump in pension credit applications being awarded One commentator said the figures show many older people were concerned about not having enough money to get through the winter.
The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2025 Waspi campaigners warn of legal action over DWP ‘gaslighting’ The group has launched a £75,000 Crowdjustice campaign to fund legal action