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New claims for Pension Credit increase as more older people apply for £3,50 income boost

Successful new claims for Pension Credit may also qualify for the £900 cost of living payment.

Daily Record

Food banks supported 800,000 UK children in 2021-22, data shows

One-fifth of UK population was in relative poverty after first year of pandemic, when support measures scrapped

The Guardian - UK

British Gas and Octopus to boost payments for customers saving electricity tonight

The National Grid's Demand Flexibility Service launched in November and will soon be coming to an end

Manchester Evening News

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Tens of thousands of state pensioners handed £6,400 payout after being underpaid by DWP

Figures released by the DWP today showed that 46,716 state pensioners have been identified as having underpayments to their state pension, with £300million paid to by those affected

Daily Mirror

Ministers 'delay' state pension age rise to 68 – but over 50s must still wait longer for payments

The state pension age will still increase to 67 as planned the Department of Work and Pensions is set to rule

Nottingham Post

DWP issues £301 cost of living payment update on when cash will hit bank accounts

More than eight million people are due to receive the first payment of £301 this Spring

Chronicle Live

DWP claimants in North East more likely to be sanctioned than other parts of country

Report by IPPR calls for sanctioning to be suspended during the cost of living crisis

Chronicle Live

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New free childcare budget 2023 changes explained - who will get them and when

Chanceller Jeremy Hunt announced the improvements - but they won't all come in immediately

Nottingham Post

More than half a million phonecalls to DWP this month about boosting State Pension payments before deadline

People have until the end of July to plug gaps in their National Insurance record going back to 2006.

Daily Record

Will the Easter weekend affect DWP payment dates in April?

Bank holidays mean some recipients will receive their money early

The Independent UK

DWP shares where and when cost of living payment dates for ‘vast majority’ of people will be announced

Over eight million people are due to receive the first payment of £301 this Spring.

Daily Record

What to do if your Universal Credit has been sanctioned as DWP to impose ‘tougher’ rules

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced in the Spring Budget that the sanctions would be applied “more rigorously” to those who fail to meet strict work-search requirements or choose not to take up a reasonable job offer

Daily Mirror

DWP explains 'simple rule' that could mean you get £301 cost of living payment

The Government has not yet confirmed the exact payment dates for Cost of Living payments but has said that the first £301 instalment will be made in the spring of 2023

Daily Mirror

What today’s rise in interest rates means for your money and when they might go down

It is the 11th consecutive increase in the base rate, and the highest since 2008

Wales Online

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Nottingham Post

DWP shares simple way to check whether you are due £301 cost of living payment

Government signals that the rules will be the same as last year

Daily Record

Top tips for first-time buyers looking to step onto the property ladder this year

Five steps to follow to help you reach your mortgage milestone.

Daily Record

DWP shares more details on new Universal Credit plans for claimants with health issues

People with additional barriers to employment will also be helped into work under the new plans.

Chronicle Live

Martin Lewis asks people to check their payslip tax code and see if they are owed money

The financial expert says it is our responsibility to check that our tax codes are correct - it is not the HMRC or our employer’s responsibility

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Daily Record

Martin Lewis urges people to check for Council Tax discounts before new April bill starts

There are seven main groups of people who may be eligible for a Council Tax discount and possible refund.

Wales Online

What is a freeport, where in Wales is getting one and what does it mean?

Milford Haven, Port Talbot and Holyhead will all benefit from freeport status

Daily Record

Devolved benefits and payments only available to people in Scotland set to increase next month

Scottish Child Payment has already increased to £25 per week for every eligible child.

Daily Record

MPs set to debate support for women of all ages living in poverty across UK

Figures from the Fawcett Society show that 64 per cent of the lowest paid workers are women.

The Independent UK

March dates for DWP payments, benefits, pensions and cost of living top ups

More state support will be paid out as millions continue to struggle

The Independent UK

April dates for DWP payments, benefits, pensions and cost of living top ups

Three-month extension of energy price guarantee welcomed but key state support schemes expiring

Daily Record

People on Universal Credit with certain health conditions could be due up to £156 extra every week

If you need help due to an illness, disability or mental health condition you may qualify for extra financial support from DWP.

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