New DWP payments to tackle cost of living crisis in 2026
The DWP reveals a £1bn Crisis and Resilience Fund launching in April 2026, offering new cash and housing payments. Learn if you qualify and how it replaces old schemes.
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HMRC Sets Out Key Details of State Pension Tax Change
HMRC reveals crucial details on a major tax change for state pensioners. Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges those with only a state pension won't pay income tax. Full story and analysis here.
HMRC details tax change for state pensioners
HMRC has outlined how it will prevent pensioners whose only income is the state pension from paying income tax from 2027. Get the latest on the Autumn Budget pledge.
Survey: Nearly 20% of UK Adults Have a Side Hustle
New research reveals nearly one in five UK adults has a side hustle. Discover the most popular gigs and how people are using the extra cash to build financial resilience.
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New £1bn DWP Crisis Fund for Households from April 2026
A new £1bn annual DWP fund launches in April 2026, offering crisis and housing payments to support low-income households. Discover the eligibility criteria.
Farage: Employers Should Be Allowed to Discriminate
Nigel Farage faces a fierce backlash after reaffirming his 2015 view that UK race equality rules should be scrapped, allowing bosses to choose staff by nationality. Anti-racism campaigners warn of a 'dangerous trajectory'.
Farage: Employers Should Be Allowed to Discriminate
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces fierce backlash after reaffirming his call to scrap race equality laws, allowing bosses to choose staff based on nationality. Anti-racism campaigners warn of a 'dangerous trajectory'.
Dems Investigate ICE Hiring of Jan 6 Rioters
House Democrats launch an investigation into whether Homeland Security is hiring individuals involved in the Capitol attack. Read the full details and implications.
New DWP Crisis and Housing Payments for 2026
The DWP has detailed its new Crisis and Resilience Fund, launching in April 2026 with two key payments to help millions with living costs. Learn about eligibility and how to apply.
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New DWP Crisis and Housing Payments for 2026
The DWP reveals two new payments for low-income households from April 2026. Learn about the Crisis and Housing Payments and how to qualify for this vital cost of living support.
February 2026: UK Benefit Payment Dates & Support
Essential guide to February 2026 benefit payment dates, state pension schedule, and available cost of living support for UK households. Find out what help you can claim.
2 Million Face £100k Tax Trap as Fiscal Drag Bites
A record two million workers will be hit by a 60% effective tax rate from April 2026 due to frozen thresholds and fiscal drag. Discover what the 'six-figure tax trap' means for you.
2 Million Face £100k Tax Trap as Allowance Withdrawn
A record two million UK workers will be caught in the 'six-figure tax trap' from April, facing a 60% effective tax rate. Discover how fiscal drag and frozen thresholds are impacting middle-earners.
AI job interviews rise as UK firms adopt automated screening
A journalist's first-hand experience with an AI interviewer reveals a bleak, impersonal future for hiring. With AI use in UK recruitment tripling, we explore the human cost of the automated 'doom loop'. Read more.
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Met Police civilian staff suspend strike action
Planned strike action by Metropolitan Police civilian staff has been suspended. Union members will now vote on a new pay offer following Acas talks. Details inside.
Security guard dies in extreme cold ahead of Winter Olympics
A 55-year-old security guard froze to death while working an overnight shift at a Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic site. Investigations into working conditions are underway.
Security guard freezes to death ahead of Winter Olympics
A 55-year-old security guard died during a night shift in extreme cold at a Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic venue. Investigations into working conditions are now underway. Read the full report.
DWP to send letters to all state pensioners ahead of payment rise
The DWP is writing to all state pensioners about a 4.8% payment increase from April 2026. Learn about the boost to Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance and check if you're claiming all you're owed.
DWP letters alert pensioners to 4.8% payment increase
The DWP is writing to all state pensioners about a 4.8% payment rise from April 2026. Check if you're missing out on Pension Credit or Attendance Allowance.
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Thousands to lose free childcare in HMRC tax threshold alert
HMRC data reveals over two million workers will hit the £100k tax threshold by 2027, losing free childcare. Discover the impact of frozen tax bands and expert tips to mitigate the financial hit.
Aldi gives 33p pay rise to staff from March
Aldi is investing £36 million to increase pay for store assistants by 33p per hour from 1 March, beating the upcoming national minimum wage rise. Read the full details.
Aldi to hike pay by 33p an hour from March
Aldi is investing £36m in a pay boost for store workers, raising hourly rates to £13.35 from 1 March. The move beats the upcoming National Living Wage increase. Read the full details.
Universal Credit payments set to increase for millions
Millions of UK households will see their Universal Credit payments rise from April 2026, with the two-child limit abolished. Discover the new rates and what it means for you.
Universal Credit payments increase for millions in April 2026
Millions of UK households will see their Universal Credit payments rise from April 2026, with a 2.3% standard allowance increase and the two-child limit abolished. Check the new rates.
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Trump: Civil Rights Act caused 'reverse discrimination'
Donald Trump argues the 1964 Civil Rights Act resulted in white people being 'very badly treated'. Read his controversial claims and the EEOC's new focus.
Trump: Civil Rights Act caused 'reverse discrimination'
Donald Trump argues the landmark 1964 Civil Rights Act resulted in white Americans being 'very badly treated'. Read his controversial claims and the EEOC's new focus.
SNP Minister: Work Not Best Route Out of Poverty
SNP Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has declared work is not the best escape from poverty, amid a soaring Scottish welfare bill forecast to hit £9bn. Critics slam the stance as fostering a 'toxic dependency culture'.
State Pension age rises to 67 from April 2026
Millions face delayed retirement as the State Pension age rises from 66 to 67 starting April 2026. Get the latest on future increases, Triple Lock, and payment rates.
State Pension age rises to 67 from April 2026
Millions face delayed retirement as the State Pension age increases from 66 to 67 starting April 2026. Get the latest on future hikes, Triple Lock, and payment rates.
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Check Your Tax Code for a Potential £3,000 Refund
Millions could be owed tax rebates due to incorrect codes on payslips. Experts reveal the average refund is £3,000. Learn what '1257L' means and how to check yours now.
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