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Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Half of inactive UK youth classified as disabled
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
DWP Launches Major PIP Benefits System Review
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a significant review of Personal Independence Payment assessments that could transform how millions of disabled Britons receive support.
Wetherspoon pays £25k for disability discrimination
JD Wetherspoon has been ordered to pay over £25,000 in compensation after a pub manager subjected an employee with cerebral palsy to humiliating treatment, in a landmark disability discrimination case.
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in Butler clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial NDIS reform talks with Health Minister Mark Butler over what they call 'unacceptable' federal government tactics.
Motability Scheme Misuse Revealed in Benefits Crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals widespread misuse of disability vehicles as government considers major reforms to benefits system. Are vulnerable people being unfairly targeted?
NDIS cuts trap disabled Australians in hospital beds
Vulnerable Australians with disabilities are becoming trapped in hospital wards for months due to National Disability Insurance Scheme funding cuts, creating a healthcare crisis and human rights concern.
Lee Anderson Proposes Scrapping PIP Benefits System
Conservative Deputy Chairman Lee Anderson sparks controversy with bold plan to replace PIP with tailored support system, claiming current benefits 'not fit for purpose' and creating 'perverse incentives'.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Dad would trade places with disabled son in seconds
Father Michael McGlade shares his emotional journey caring for his severely disabled son Riley and makes a desperate appeal for better disability support in the UK.
Wheelchair users fight patronising attitudes daily
An eye-opening exploration of the daily microaggressions and condescending attitudes wheelchair users face, and why changing social perceptions matters more than pity.
DWP changes PIP assessment rules after tribunal ruling
A landmark tribunal ruling has forced the DWP to rewrite disability assessment guidance after a woman's PIP claim was rejected for wearing a bra during her assessment, sparking widespread criticism of the system.
DWP reveals why PIP payments are being restricted
The Department for Work and Pensions has broken its silence on controversial new restrictions affecting Personal Independence Payment claims, revealing the data-driven approach behind the changes affecting vulnerable claimants across the UK.
Motability scheme costs £275m extra under Labour
Labour's controversial changes to disability vehicle scheme spark outrage as costs soar by £275 million, leaving taxpayers to foot the bill while disabled users face uncertainty.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
DWP PIP assessment bra removal ruled unacceptable
A landmark tribunal ruling condemns DWP assessment practices after a disabled woman was forced to remove her bra during a PIP assessment, sparking widespread outrage and calls for reform.
DWP's New PIP Fraud Checks Target Bank Accounts
Exclusive: The DWP is implementing new fraud detection measures for PIP claimants, including monitoring bank accounts and savings. Here's what you need to know about the changes.
DWP announces major PIP eligibility changes
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals significant reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments, affecting how millions claim disability benefits across the UK.
Blue Badge Support Could Offer £1,200 to Disabled Brits
Millions of disabled people across the UK could receive enhanced financial support through their Blue Badge eligibility, with potential payments reaching £1,200 annually in a major benefits shake-up.
Reeves targets Motability scheme in £1bn budget raid
Rachel Reeves announces controversial plan to scrap tax exemptions for Motability car scheme users, aiming to save Treasury £1 billion while sparking outrage among disability advocates.
Disabled face Motability cuts in Labour budget review
Exclusive: Labour's first budget could slash vital mobility payments for thousands of disabled people, sparking outrage among disability advocates.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
National Fraud Centre Struck by Major Cyber Attack
Action Fraud, Britain's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been struck by a sophisticated cyber attack, disrupting services and raising serious security concerns.
NDIS rule changes put disabled lives at risk
Exclusive: A Queensland man who survived a catastrophic diving accident faces uncertainty as new NDIS assessment rules could strip away the essential care keeping him alive.
VA disability claims backlog hits crisis levels for veterans
US military veterans confront staggering delays in disability claims processing as the Department of Veterans Affairs struggles with overwhelming demand and systemic challenges.
DWP intensifies PIP fraud prevention measures
The Department for Work and Pensions intensifies its fight against Personal Independence Payment fraud with enhanced verification and investigation protocols to protect taxpayer funds.
VA Disability Benefits Fraud Exposed: Billions Wasted
Shocking investigation uncovers massive fraud and mismanagement in US veterans' disability system, with billions wasted while genuine claimants face delays.
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