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PIP Payments Guide: DWP Eligibility & Rates 2024

Everything you need to know about Personal Independence Payment (PIP) from the DWP. Discover eligibility criteria, payment rates, assessment types and how to make a successful claim for this vital financial support.

30 Hours Free Childcare: Apply Now for April 2024

The UK's expanded 30 hours of free childcare scheme is now open for applications. This guide explains the new April 2024 eligibility rules, how to apply, and what working parents need to know.

Walking & Cycling Commute Slashes Early Death Risk By 20%

A groundbreaking study from the University of Cambridge shows that swapping your car for walking or cycling slashes the risk of early death and heart disease. Discover how active travel transforms your daily commute into a powerful health boost.

Wheatgrass Benefits: The Ultimate Green Superfood

Discover the science-backed health benefits of wheatgrass juice, from boosting immunity to potentially aiding in cancer prevention. A nutritionist explains why this potent green deserves a spot in your wellness routine.

DWP's New 'Light Touch' PIP Reviews Explained

Exclusive: The DWP is quietly changing how it handles PIP reviews for certain claimants. Discover if you qualify for the new 'light touch' assessment process and what it means for your payments.

DWP to Scrap PIP Benefit in Major Welfare Overhaul

Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is set to replace the PIP system with a new personalised benefit, marking the biggest welfare shake-up in a decade. Get the full details on the new timeline and what it means for millions of claimants.

£23bn in UK Benefits Goes Unclaimed

Exclusive investigation reveals a record £23 billion in unclaimed DWP benefits last year, with Universal Credit the main culprit. Discover if you're one of the millions eligible for missing financial support.

DWP £10 Christmas Bonus 2024: Dates & Eligibility

The Department for Work and Pensions' annual tax-free Christmas Bonus is being sent out to millions of eligible claimants. Here is the full list of who qualifies and when to expect the £10 payment.

DWP PIP Changes: New Rules for Disability Benefits

Major changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system are coming. This guide explains the new assessment rules, what they mean for current and future claimants, and how your payments could be affected.

DWP Reveals Top PIP Qualifying Health Conditions 2024

Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions discloses the most common health conditions receiving Personal Independence Payment support, with mental health and musculoskeletal disorders topping the list.

Disability Benefit Surge: 100,000 New Claims After Labour Shift

Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.

DWP Fast-Tracks 178 Health Conditions for PIP Benefits

In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of

Millions miss out on £6,750 DWP benefits

Exclusive: Over 1.4 million UK households are failing to claim vital Pension Credit support worth thousands. Our guide reveals how to check eligibility and secure your entitlement.

DWP errors may mean £5,000+ backpay for thousands

Exclusive: The DWP has admitted to potential errors in assessing savings and income for Pension Credit, ESA, and Income Support. Thousands of claimants may be due significant back payments. Here's how to check if you're affected.

Sydney Childcare Worker Charged Over 500,000 Images

A Sydney childcare worker faces multiple charges as police allege the discovery of over half a million unique images. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community, raising serious questions about safeguarding protocols.

Dapto Daycare Horror: Baby Falls from First-Floor Window

A nine-month-old baby is fighting for life after a catastrophic fall from a first-floor window at a childcare centre in Dapto, NSW. Mira Jayme was rushed to Sydney Children's Hospital following the shocking incident, which has sparked an urgent police inv

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.

Labour's Bridget Phillipson pledges childcare revolution

Labour's Shadow Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, outlines a radical plan to overhaul England's childcare system, promising the biggest expansion in its history to boost the economy and support families.

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