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 · Apr 11, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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 · Apr 10, 2023
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. Kiplinger · Apr 9, 2023
Most popular baby names by US state - with one girl's name a clear winner across country The Social Security Administration compiles a list of all the baby names given to girls and boys born each year depending on the state Daily Mirror · Apr 9, 2023
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' Wales Online · Apr 9, 2023
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 Salon · Apr 7, 2023
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 The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2023
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. Reason · Apr 7, 2023
Daily Record · Apr 7, 2023 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 · Apr 7, 2023 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 · Apr 6, 2023 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
Daily Record · Apr 6, 2023 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.
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 5, 2023 Medicare, Social Security could fall short over next decade, report warns Medicare is forecast to be unable to pay full benefits for inpatient hospital visits and nursing home stays by 2031. Two years after that, Social Security won’t have enough cash on hand to pay full benefits to retirees.
The Texas Tribune · Apr 5, 2023 State retirees struggle through inflation while budget plans leave them out Budget proposals in the Texas Legislature include billions in raises for current and retired teachers, as well as current state employees. So far, retired state employees are not mentioned in the budget plans. The state’s former public servants haven’t had a pension raise in 20 years.
Tribune News Service · Apr 5, 2023 How to make $100,000 or more and pay no income taxes Yes, it’s entirely possible to make more than $100,000 and pay no federal income tax on it, and this article will show you exactly what you need to do to claim your tax-free cash. It’s completely legal – and incredibly! – the tax code almost seems to encourage you to…
Daily Record · Apr 5, 2023 Scottish benefits to be paid early this week due to Easter bank holidays Payments of Adult Disability Payment and Scottish Child Payment could arrive early for some people.
Los Angeles Times · Apr 4, 2023 Michael Hiltzik: Social Security is perfectly healthy, but there’s one easy way to improve it ’Tis the season for hand-wringing over the fiscal condition of Social Security.
Tribune News Service · Apr 4, 2023 Editorial: Can a dysfunctional Congress rescue Social Security and Medicare from disaster? For all of this week’s focus on Donald Trump’s legal travails — and the breathless commentary and speculation surrounding it from all quarters — there was significantly less ink spilled on what looms as a far more consequential development, at least in the long-term and for average Americans contemplating a…
The Guardian - US · Apr 4, 2023 Every indictment will make Trump stronger – and Republicans wilder Rupert Murdoch, the Koch network and other rightwing power brokers know the monster they created is now out of control