pensions

As you approach or enjoy retirement, ensuring you get the full state pension you’re entitled to can make a significant difference in your financial well-being. If you discover shortfalls in your National Insurance (NI) record, you may have the option to top up your contributions. However, with substantial costs and tight deadlines, it’s crucial to Continue reading

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a response to an online petition by the Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign, which demands compensation for women born in the 1950s who were affected by changes to the State Pension age. The petition has garnered more than 132,000 signatures, crossing the threshold to Continue reading

As Rachel Reeves prepares Labour’s upcoming Budget, significant changes to disability benefit assessments are on the horizon. The Treasury reportedly seeks to cut £3 billion from the welfare bill, with reforms to the Work Capability Assessment (WCA) central to these plans. While advocates call for meaningful reforms, critics warn of the devastating impact these changes Continue reading

Thousands of benefit claimants across the UK are set to receive the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Christmas bonus, a small £10 payment intended to provide extra support during the festive season. However, campaigners argue the payment—unchanged since its introduction in 1972—has failed to keep pace with modern financial realities, leaving vulnerable groups in Continue reading

As the cost-of-living crisis continues to grip millions across the UK, December brings crucial updates for benefit and pension recipients, including payment dates, increased support measures, and essential financial assistance programs. Here’s everything you need to know about this month’s changes and the support available to help households during these challenging times. December Benefit and Continue reading

As the festive season approaches, thousands of UK households facing financial challenges can access vital support through government-funded supermarket vouchers. These vouchers, valued at up to £600, are part of the Household Support Fund—an initiative aimed at alleviating the financial pressures on families during these difficult times. With major retailers like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury’s Continue reading

The UK’s winter fuel payment system is in turmoil following major changes by the Labour government, which have sparked a significant rise in applications for Pension Credit but left thousands of pensioners without support as winter sets in. Since April, a staggering 215,200 pensioners have applied for Pension Credit, a prerequisite for receiving the winter Continue reading

Time is running out for thousands of pensioners to secure up to £4,500 in vital financial support. With the deadline fast approaching on December 21, eligible individuals must act quickly to claim Pension Credit and associated benefits, which could make a significant difference to their financial security. Don’t let this opportunity slip away—here’s what you Continue reading

The Labour government’s ambitious plans to overhaul the disability benefits system have sparked a mix of cautious optimism and deep anxiety among disabled people and advocacy groups. The changes, outlined in the “Get Britain Working Again” White Paper, aim to streamline assessments, improve support for disabled people in the workforce, and reduce the welfare spending Continue reading