Sunak's radical plan to overhaul UK's sick note system
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a radical crackdown on Britain's sick note culture, aiming to overhaul the welfare system and reduce the record number of people deemed unfit for work.
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Sister's suicide after benefits cut left her with 7p
The sister of a disabled woman who died by suicide reveals how the DWP's Universal Credit system and a brutal benefits assessment left her sibling destitute and despairing, with just pennies to her name.
DWP £299 Cost of Living Payment: Dates & Eligible Benefits
Exclusive guide to the DWP's upcoming £299 Cost of Living Payment. Find out if your benefit qualifies, the exact payment window, and what to do if you don't receive it.
Mum Uses Disability Benefits to Pay for 'Lifesaving' Fat Jabs
A UK mother's revelation that she uses her disability benefits to pay for weight-loss jabs like Wegovy has ignited a fierce national debate on welfare spending, medical ethics, and obesity treatment.
82 Health Conditions Qualifying for DWP Financial Support
Exclusive guide reveals the complete list of health conditions and disabilities that could make you eligible for vital DWP financial support, including PIP and ESA.
DWP Benefits: Full List of April 2024 Payment Increases
Millions of Britons on benefits like Universal Credit and State Pension are set to receive a significant boost to their payments this April. Here's the full list of DWP benefits affected by the annual uprating.
Health Conditions That Secure £737 Monthly PIP Benefits
Discover the little-known health conditions that could secure you up to £737 each month from the DWP. Our comprehensive guide reveals eligibility criteria, application tips, and how to navigate the claims process successfully.
Carers denied £1000s due to flawed benefit assessments
Thousands of UK carers with health conditions are being unfairly denied crucial benefits due to a 'deeply flawed' DWP assessment system, a damning new report reveals. Many are missing out on vital financial support they are legally entitled to.
340,000 Lose Benefits in DWP Crackdown
A massive DWP shake-up has seen benefits stopped for hundreds of thousands. Here's what's happening and how to avoid your payments being cut off.
Six DWP benefits that can stop without warning
Exclusive: Thousands of UK benefit claimants face sudden payment cuts as the DWP intensifies its review process. Discover the six key benefits under scrutiny and how to protect your income.
£500m benefit fraud by Brits living abroad exposed
Shocking Daily Mail probe reveals systematic abuse of UK benefits system with half a billion pounds claimed fraudulently annually by Britons living overseas. Ministers face urgent calls to act.
700,000 miss out on £1.7bn in winter benefits
Hundreds of thousands of vulnerable households are failing to claim crucial Cold Weather Payments and other vital benefits, leaving a staggering £1.7 billion in support unclaimed. Experts urge eligible individuals to act now as energy costs soar.
Holiday rep jailed for £40k benefits fraud scam
A former holiday rep who swindled over £40,000 in benefits by claiming she was too ill to work has been jailed after being caught living a double life in Turkey. Read the full story of her deception.
DWP's 23 Health Conditions That Could Boost PIP Payments
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions has quietly updated its guidance for 23 specific health conditions that could significantly increase Personal Independence Payment awards. Discover if your condition qualifies for enhanced support.
E-Scooter Crackdown After 1,500% Accident Surge
The UK government announces a major crackdown on private e-scooters following a devastating 1,500% rise in accidents and serious injuries, with new laws set to curb illegal use on public roads.
Trump seizes federal control of DC's Union Station
Former President Donald Trump announces unprecedented federal takeover of Washington DC's iconic Union Station to combat surging crime rates, bypassing local authorities in a major law and order intervention.
Trump Unveils Hardline DC Crime Crackdown Bill
Former US President Donald Trump announces a hardline anti-crime bill targeting Washington DC, aiming to override local laws and impose stricter penalties, sparking a fierce debate on federal overreach.
E-Scooter Rule Shake-Up: Government Announces Crackdown
Major changes to e-scooter regulations are coming as the government targets private scooters used illegally on public roads. Here's what riders need to know.
DWP Benefits Shock: What to do if payments stop
Urgent warning for millions on Universal Credit, PIP, and State Pension as DWP outlines critical procedures for claimants if payments are abruptly halted. Essential reading to protect your income.
NZ police seize 'Bill' rugby ball mascot in Wellington protest
New Zealand police have confiscated the giant rugby ball mascot 'Bill' from protesters outside Parliament in Wellington, as authorities enforce stricter rules against unauthorised demonstrations on the parliamentary precinct.
HMRC Targets 82,000 Households with Shock Tax Demands
Thousands of UK families face unexpected tax bills averaging £3,700 after HMRC crackdown on state pension and benefits underpayments. Discover if you're at risk.
Trump Suggests Americans Would Prefer a 'Dictator'
In a fiery rally speech, Donald Trump controversially claimed Americans would prefer a 'dictator' to current leadership, while launching a scathing attack on the federal crackdown in Washington DC and his political opponents.
Urgent PIP Money Management Update Issued by DWP
The DWP has announced a significant change to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) money management rules. Discover how this update affects your payments and what you must do now to avoid disruptions.
Trump's Second Term: Immigration Crackdown and Federal Job Cuts
Exclusive: The Trump administration has launched an aggressive opening salvo of its second term, signing executive orders to slash the federal workforce and enact the most hardline immigration policies in US history, sparking immediate legal and political
Cambodia opposition leader gets 27-year treason sentence
Cambodia's main opposition leader, Kem Sokha, has been handed a 27-year sentence for treason, effectively barring him from politics. The verdict cements Prime Minister Hun Sen's grip on power ahead of crucial elections, drawing international condemnation.
DWP confirms £299 Cost of Living Payment date
The Department for Work and Pensions has officially announced the payment window for the final £299 Cost of Living support. Millions of eligible households across Great Britain to receive crucial financial help between February 6-22.
Trump pledges federal crackdown on crime in Democrat cities
In a fiery campaign speech, Donald Trump pledges to send federal forces into Democrat-run cities like Chicago and Detroit to combat soaring crime rates, labelling them 'cesspools of violence'.
Disabled mum told to 'hurry up' during DWP benefits assessment
A disabled mother from Stoke-on-Trent was left humiliated after a DWP assessor told her to 'hurry up' during a benefits review, highlighting ongoing concerns over the treatment of vulnerable claimants.
Trump deports Salvadoran man to Uganda in new policy shift
Exclusive: The Guardian reveals the human story behind Trump's hardened immigration policy, as a Salvadoran man is deported to Uganda in a controversial bilateral agreement, raising major legal and ethical concerns.
Germany to deny lawyers to failed asylum seekers
In a dramatic policy shift, Germany's coalition government announces plans to strip access to legal aid and lawyers from migrants with rejected asylum claims, sparking a fierce debate on migration and human rights.
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