Universal Credit

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden as the DWP faces backlash over powers to check Universal Credit bank data

Universal Credit bank checks - the DWP power sparking a fresh backlash

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as charities warn proposed DWP changes to health-related Universal Credit for under-22s could push thousands of young people into poverty.

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as charities warn proposed DWP changes to health-related Universal Credit for under-22s could push thousands of young people into poverty.

Thousands could be caught by major DWP Universal Credit benefit shake-up

Reform has set out plans to scrap PIP and the Universal Credit health element for working-age adults as part of a proposed £50bn welfare shake-up.

Reform has set out plans to scrap PIP and the Universal Credit health element for working-age adults as part of a proposed £50bn welfare shake-up.

Millions could face huge benefit changes as Reform targets PIP and Universal Credit

Universal Credit claimants could receive up to £1,200 from HMRC through its Help to Save scheme. Martin Lewis has called it

Universal Credit claimants could receive up to £1,200 from HMRC through its Help to Save scheme. Martin Lewis has called it

Universal Credit claimants urged to claim £1,200 free from HMRC before it's too late

DWP confirms benefit closures with deadlines extended. See if your payments are affected and what you need to do.

DWP confirms benefit closures with deadlines extended. See if your payments are affected and what you need to do.

Benefits ending now as DWP urges claimants to act fast in major payment shake-up

MPs raise alarm over Universal Credit payment swings due to system glitch

MPs raise alarm over Universal Credit payment swings due to system glitch

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DWP responds to 'double payment' Universal Credit glitch affecting thousands

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as the DWP managed migration deadline has been moved back

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as the DWP managed migration deadline has been moved back

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DWP delays Universal Credit deadline fearing 'real-world misery for thousands'

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as benefit cuts come into force

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as benefit cuts come into force

DWP benefit cuts begin as thousands of disabled people face £50-a-week loss

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pensions increases next month – full list of rises confirmed

DWP benefits are to increase, with millions to see 3.8 per cent rise from April

DWP benefits are to increase, with millions to see 3.8 per cent rise from April

DWP benefits increase 2026 with millions to see 3.8 per cent rise from April

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden as the DWP faces scrutiny over new powers to access bank account data, and MPs warn weak safeguards could undermine claimant privacy and public trust.

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden as the DWP faces scrutiny over new powers to access bank account data, and MPs warn weak safeguards could undermine claimant privacy and public trust.

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Can the DWP check your bank account? Privacy concerns raised over new benefit powers

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden, who is ushering in the changes to Universal Credit

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden, who is ushering in the changes to Universal Credit

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DWP Universal Credit changes will cut sick claimants’ income by £200 a month

Eligibility Verification Notices will be sent to banks and other financial institutions and will set out the specific information required, says the DWP, but what does this mean?

Eligibility Verification Notices will be sent to banks and other financial institutions and will set out the specific information required, says the DWP, but what does this mean?

The DWP can now check your bank account but what do the new powers really mean?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out against people being “written off” on benefits and ending up trapped “in a cycle of worklessness and dependency”.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out against people being “written off” on benefits and ending up trapped “in a cycle of worklessness and dependency”.

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Universal Credit numbers rise by more than a million as DWP ends 'legacy benefits'

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out against people being “written off” on benefits and ending up trapped “in a cycle of worklessness and dependency”.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out against people being “written off” on benefits and ending up trapped “in a cycle of worklessness and dependency”.

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Universal Credit numbers rise by more than a million as DWP ends 'legacy benefits'

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out against people being “written off” on benefits and ending up trapped “in a cycle of worklessness and dependency”.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has spoken out against people being “written off” on benefits and ending up trapped “in a cycle of worklessness and dependency”.

Department for Works and Pensions

Universal Credit numbers rise by more than a million as DWP ends 'legacy benefits'

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden leaving 10 Downing Street, as new DWP powers mean Universal Credit claimants' bank accounts can be checked more easily

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden leaving 10 Downing Street, as new DWP powers mean Universal Credit claimants' bank accounts can be checked more easily

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Universal Credit claimants' bank accounts can now be checked under new DWP powers

DWP benefits claimants and pensioners can now check they received their Christmas bonus payment, which should have arrived by January 1

DWP benefits claimants and pensioners can now check they received their Christmas bonus payment, which should have arrived by January 1

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DWP benefits claimants and pensioners can now check for missing bonus payment

Millions on Universal Credit will see major changes in 2026 as part of moves to 'rebalance' benefits paid by the DWP

Millions on Universal Credit will see major changes in 2026 as part of moves to 'rebalance' benefits paid by the DWP

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Winners and losers as millions on Universal Credit to be hit by major changes in 2026

Millions on Universal Credit will see major changes in 2026 as part of moves to 'rebalance' benefits paid by the DWP

Millions on Universal Credit will see major changes in 2026 as part of moves to 'rebalance' benefits paid by the DWP

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Winners and losers as millions on Universal Credit to be hit by major changes in 2026

The DWP is to increase Universal Credit payments in 2026, but the changes are part of a raft of controversial moves that several charities have spoken out against

The DWP is to increase Universal Credit payments in 2026, but the changes are part of a raft of controversial moves that several charities have spoken out against

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DWP Universal Credit to increase in 2026 - exact amounts confirmed

There's a £10 bonus payment for many pensioners and DWP benefits claimants this December, but according to inflation, it should be almost £180

There's a £10 bonus payment for many pensioners and DWP benefits claimants this December, but according to inflation, it should be almost £180

Millions of pensioners and DWP benefits claimants to receive bonus cash payment

Many will see Universal Credit and other benefit payment dates change for Christmas and New Year

Many will see Universal Credit and other benefit payment dates change for Christmas and New Year

DWP Universal Credit and other benefit payment dates for Christmas 2025 and New Year

If the Government believes you deliberately did not tell them of a change in circumstances in order to receive an overpayment, you could be prosecuted

If the Government believes you deliberately did not tell them of a change in circumstances in order to receive an overpayment, you could be prosecuted

Universal Credit and other benefit claimants could face £50 DWP fine

Universal Credit claimants to get £--- Budget boost as benefit increase confirmed

Universal Credit claimants to get £--- Budget boost as benefit increase confirmed

DWP confirms Universal Credit claimants to get £416 Budget boost

DWP benefits and pensions are to increase for millions, to help keep pace with cost of living increases

DWP benefits and pensions are to increase for millions, to help keep pace with cost of living increases

How much will DWP benefits and pensions rise following the budget?

A major DWP benefit fraud crackdown has been announced by Rachel Reeves as part of the budget

A major DWP benefit fraud crackdown has been announced by Rachel Reeves as part of the budget

Major DWP benefit fraud crackdown announced as part of the budget

This is how much your Universal Credit, Child Benefit and PIP payments could increase in 2026

This is how much your Universal Credit, Child Benefit and PIP payments could increase in 2026

Universal Credit, Child Benefit and more benefit payments set to increase

The DWP Universal Credit '£4.35 rule' warning, and how it can cut benefits

The DWP Universal Credit '£4.35 rule' warning, and how it can cut benefits

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The DWP Universal Credit '£4.35 rule' warning for all claimants

The DWP Universal Credit '£4.35 rule' warning, and how it can cut benefits

The DWP Universal Credit '£4.35 rule' warning, and how it can cut benefits

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The DWP Universal Credit '£4.35 rule' warning for all claimants

There is likely to be an increase in Universal Credit after new inflation figures out today

There is likely to be an increase in Universal Credit after new inflation figures out today

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3.8 per cent increase in Universal Credit likely after new inflation figures

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in September, the Office for National Statistics said.

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in September, the Office for National Statistics said.

DWP benefits and pensions warning as CPI inflation hits 3.8 per cent

There is likely to be an increase in Universal Credit after new inflation figures out today

There is likely to be an increase in Universal Credit after new inflation figures out today

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3.8 per cent increase in Universal Credit likely after new inflation figures

DWP plans to merge ESA and JSA could save billions, but risks 'pulling the rug out' from disabled people say charities

DWP plans to merge ESA and JSA could save billions, but risks 'pulling the rug out' from disabled people say charities

DWP plans to merge ESA and JSA to save billions, but risks 'pulling the rug out'

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves makes a speech during the Labour Party Conference at the ACC Liverpool.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves makes a speech during the Labour Party Conference at the ACC Liverpool.

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New HMRC plans could see compulsory work schemes for Universal Credit claimants

Pat McFadden says he can't rule out future cuts to Universal Credit

Pat McFadden says he can't rule out future cuts to Universal Credit

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New DWP secretary will not rule out tougher Universal Credit changes

Get help with savings if you’re on a low income with the HMRC Help to Save scheme

Get help with savings if you’re on a low income with the HMRC Help to Save scheme

More than half a million more savers to benefit from HMRC cash - apply today

A long-term commitment to the triple lock on pensions is not in the scope of the resurrected Pensions Commission

A long-term commitment to the triple lock on pensions is not in the scope of the resurrected Pensions Commission

DWP benefits and pensions claimants warned ahead of August payment changes

The disability benefit changes, narrowly voted through this week, could penalise people with conditions such as MS and Parkinson's, say some MPs

The disability benefit changes, narrowly voted through this week, could penalise people with conditions such as MS and Parkinson's, say some MPs

DWP benefit cuts anger as Parkinson's and MS not classed as 'severe conditions'

Thousands are being sent letters by the DWP - this is why it's vital to read them (and apply for thousands in transitional protection)

Thousands are being sent letters by the DWP - this is why it's vital to read them (and apply for thousands in transitional protection)

Thousands of pensioners to get DWP letters worth thousands

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has the power to impose a fine on benefit claimants, including those receiving Universal Credit

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has the power to impose a fine on benefit claimants, including those receiving Universal Credit

Cost of living crisis

DWP £50 fine warning to everyone on Universal Credit and other benefits

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

DWP changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

Martin Lewis is championing the Universal Credit Help to Save scheme

Martin Lewis is championing the Universal Credit Help to Save scheme

Martin Lewis advises Universal Credit claimants to make the most of £1200 boost

The changes Universal Credit and PIP claimants might see in their account today, due to the Mayday bank holiday

The changes Universal Credit and PIP claimants might see in their account today, due to the Mayday bank holiday

The changes Universal Credit and PIP claimants might see in their accounts today

A new Universal Credit change places a limit on how much people in debt can have taken off their benefits to pay what they owe.

A new Universal Credit change places a limit on how much people in debt can have taken off their benefits to pay what they owe.

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Universal Credit change brings £420 boost to over a million households

Many Universal Credit claimants have not seen an increase in payments, despite the rates going up on April 7 2025

Many Universal Credit claimants have not seen an increase in payments, despite the rates going up on April 7 2025

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DWP Universal Credit payment rise delayed for millions of people

Easter bank holidays may change benefit payments from HMRC and the DWP this week, including Universal Credit, Child Benefit, State Pensions, Pension Credit and PIP, with dates that fall across Good Friday and Easter Monday being paid early

Easter bank holidays may change benefit payments from HMRC and the DWP this week, including Universal Credit, Child Benefit, State Pensions, Pension Credit and PIP, with dates that fall across Good Friday and Easter Monday being paid early

Full list of HMRC and DWP benefits payments that will change this Easter

Universal Credit payments may be affected by changes due to the Easter bank holidays this week, with money landing earlier than expected for many claimants.

Universal Credit payments may be affected by changes due to the Easter bank holidays this week, with money landing earlier than expected for many claimants.

DWP reveals Easter Bank Holiday payment dates for Universal Credit

The DWP is encouraging people to save with a bonus scheme - see if you are eligible to take part

The DWP is encouraging people to save with a bonus scheme - see if you are eligible to take part

Millions could get a £1200 boost to their savings - are you eligible?

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

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Easter bank holiday payment dates for Pensions, Universal Credit and Child Benefit

Universal Credit is going up from April 7 2025

Universal Credit is going up from April 7 2025

DWP Universal Credit is going up next week - full new payment rates confirmed

More than half of job centres in Great Britain scaled back on support to benefit claimants amid a DWP shortfall of more than 2,000 work coaches, a new report from the spending watchdog has said.

More than half of job centres in Great Britain scaled back on support to benefit claimants amid a DWP shortfall of more than 2,000 work coaches, a new report from the spending watchdog has said.

DWP Universal Credit claimants without support due to job centre problems

Free School Meal eligibility is changing for many children next month

Free School Meal eligibility is changing for many children next month

Free school meals

Free school meal rule changes next week - full details and how to apply

Protesters march towards Parliament Square, London, as Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivers her spring statement to MPs in the House of Commons, London.

Protesters march towards Parliament Square, London, as Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivers her spring statement to MPs in the House of Commons, London.

Spring Statement 2025: DWP benefits cuts 'could risk lives' warn experts