The government is preparing one of its most far-reaching anti-fraud drives in years: bank account screening for benefit-linked accounts. Ministers say the measure will protect public money and cut fraud and error; critics warn of “suspicionless surveillance” that could sweep up innocent claimants. With Lords scrutiny slated for 15 and 21 October 2025, the plan … Read more
After years of campaigning, women born in the 1950s affected by State Pension Age changes may finally see justice — but not yet in the form many hope. The Ombudsman in 2024 recommended payments between £1,000 and £2,950 for eligible women due to communication failures by the DWP. However, the government rejected a blanket compensation … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has revealed a striking case of benefit fraud involving Sumira Amin, a 36-year-old mother who claimed over £56,000 in Universal Credit while secretly owning her own home. Between July 2019 and October 2022, Amin falsely stated she lived in privately rented accommodation and had no property, savings, or … Read more
If you’re aged 75 or over and receive Pension Credit, you can claim a free TV licence starting in October 2025. The UK government is offering this relief to support pensioners in managing living costs, which have been rising in recent years. With a standard TV licence costing £174.50 per year, this benefit can make … Read more
Starting in April 2026, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will be granted powers to conduct targeted checks on the bank accounts of individuals receiving certain means-tested benefits. These checks will aim to identify discrepancies that could suggest a claimant no longer qualifies for their benefit, such as having savings over the capital limit. … Read more
The UK Government is reinstating the Winter Fuel Payment for the 2025–26 season, giving millions of pensioners much-needed financial help as energy bills remain high. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has outlined eligibility rules, income thresholds, and payment timelines, ensuring that older households can manage heating costs more comfortably this winter. According to … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced sweeping welfare reforms that will reshape income support for millions of Britons. Under the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill, payments will rise annually between 2026 and 2030, guaranteeing a £725 boost for single claimants aged 25 and over by the end of the four-year … Read more
In one of the most significant welfare updates of 2025, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has unveiled a 13-week transitional protection rule for claimants of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit (UC). The measure, introduced as part of wider welfare reforms designed to save £5 billion, aims to prevent households from facing … Read more
The fight for pension equality is reaching a decisive moment. The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign — representing 3.6 million women born in the 1950s — is taking the UK Government to court in a landmark legal challenge that could reshape pension compensation history. After years of campaigning and multiple Ombudsman findings, the … Read more
A growing number of UK banks are reportedly preparing to introduce new limits on large cash withdrawals, sparking concern among millions of pensioners. While the £12,000 withdrawal limit is being framed as a measure to enhance security and reduce fraud, critics say it risks restricting financial independence for older customers who rely on cash for … Read more