If you’re on Universal Credit and too unwell to work, you’ve probably been asked to send in sick notes (also called fit notes). But how long do you need to keep sending them? When can you stop? It’s one of the most common questions claimants have — and getting it wrong can affect your payments.…
Pensions
Planning for retirement is one of the most important financial steps you’ll ever take. In our Pensions category, we break down the UK State Pension, workplace schemes, private pensions, and tax rules into clear, practical guides. From boosting your pension pot to understanding reforms and retirement options, we provide insights to help you secure a stable financial future with confidence.
Every winter, temperatures across the UK drop and heating costs rise — creating real challenges for families, pensioners, and people on low incomes. To help with this, the UK government offers the £140 Cold Weather Payment when will it be paid, a financial top-up designed to help with heating expenses when freezing weather hits.
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Many households are already asking the same question — cost of living payment 2025 when will it be paid universal credit? With living costs still high across the UK, millions of people who rely on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and Tax Credits are waiting to find out when they’ll receive their next payment.
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The UK government has officially confirmed that the DWP to Launch Bank Account Checks for Those Not Claiming Benefits to Clamp Down on Fraud, marking one of the most significant changes to the welfare system in recent years.
Under this new policy, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will gain greater powers to…
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting the full amount of your State Pension, you’re not alone. Thousands of UK pensioners have recently discovered they were underpaid for years — some missing out on thousands of pounds. These are known as HMRC State Pension underpayment arrears, and understanding them could make a real difference to…
The £200 Cost of Living Payment 2025 is a one-off payment from the UK Government to help low-income households manage rising living costs. Paid automatically by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HMRC, it aims to ease pressure from higher bills, food prices, and everyday expenses.
Expected in spring 2025, this £200 payment…
DWP gives update on back paying pensioners in the uk? The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released a significant update on back paying pensioners in the UK, aiming to correct years of underpayments to thousands of retirees. For many pensioners, this update could mean receiving thousands of pounds in backdated payments they were…
The DWP Cost of Living Payments are one of the most important forms of government support for households across the UK in 2025. With rising food prices, high rent, and ongoing energy bill challenges, many families and pensioners rely on these payments to manage their everyday expenses.
Here’s a quick overview for 2025:
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The £450 Cost of Living Payment May 2025 is one of the most anticipated government support measures of the year. With household budgets under pressure from high energy bills, rising food prices, and increasing rent, millions of people in the UK are waiting for this relief.
This payment will be made automatically to eligible claimants…
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Many people ask: “Can I get a mobility car on standard rate PIP in the UK?” The simple answer is no — only the enhanced rate mobility component of PIP qualifies for the Motability Scheme. But if you’re on standard rate, you still have options like travel discounts, local transport schemes, and even appealing…