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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.

Pensioner on mobility scooter jailed for cocaine smuggling

A 63-year-old man from Kent, using a mobility scooter, has been sentenced to eight years for attempting to smuggle £1 million worth of cocaine from the Netherlands. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated drug operation.

Personal Trainer Secrets for Staying Strong After 60

New research reveals how over-60s are defying age with tailored strength training. Discover the essential exercises recommended by top personal trainers to boost mobility, prevent falls, and maintain independence.

Queen's failing health forced her to miss two key events

A poignant new biography reveals the late Queen Elizabeth II was forced to miss two pivotal events in her Platinum Jubilee year due to severe mobility issues, offering a heartbreaking glimpse into her private struggle.

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.

Reform UK Demands Halt to EU Youth Mobility Talks

Reform UK, led by Richard Tice, calls on PM Rishi Sunak to abandon post-Brexit youth mobility scheme negotiations with the EU, branding it a 'backdoor to free movement' and a betrayal of Brexit voters.

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.

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