The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions and child support.
The sector provides around 20 million claimants and customers with the state pension and a range of working age, disability and sickness benefits such as Universal Credit and PIP.
DWP has a responsibility to understand and address the causes of poverty, to encourage people to work and be paid for their work, and to encourage people with disabilities and poor health to work and support themselves.
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As the cost of living crisis continues to wreak havoc on the lives of millions of people, those on benefits have been hit hard and are truly feeling the pinch.
The DWP said: “If you find yourself in financial difficulty, help and advice is available from government, local authorities and other organizations.”
10:57daniel windham
Alert sent to anyone with a Halifax or Lloyds account
Anyone with a Halifax or Lloyds account is being warned.
Halifax and Lloyds customers have been sent an email urging them to remain vigilant against online scammers. This comes as more people are being targeted on Facebook Marketplace.
The email states: “If you’re shopping on online marketplaces like Facebook, be careful. People are getting scammed by 75% more when buying cars, tickets, clothing, and more on Facebook Marketplace. Be careful. There are some things to do.” ”
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2023 Winter Fuel Payments: Payment Timing, Amounts, and Who Covers You
More than 11 million people are set to receive winter fuel allowance from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
More than 11.6 million pensioners in the UK will receive benefits as part of a £4.5 billion support package, according to the DWP. This means many pensioners will receive additional support to pay their utility bills amid the cost of living crisis.
This year’s winter fuel payments will be increased by an additional £300, the Government says. The government says it needs additional aid because energy prices are soaring due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Half a million UK homeowners hit with Christmas warning
Around 500,000 fixed mortgages are set to end just before or after Christmas, a huge blow for homeowners during the most expensive time of the year.
Which one? warned that more than 500,000 fixed-rate mortgages will end in November, December or January. Consumer groups pointed to figures from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
The average interest rate on a two-year fixed-rate mortgage is now over 6%, according to data from financial information website Moneyfacts. But which one? He said some companies that had previously signed contracts in December 2021 may have had interest rates below 2%.
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DWP offers seven payment increases for Universal Credit users
People claiming Universal Credit may be able to receive additional financial support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
As the cost of living crisis continues to wreak havoc on the lives of millions of people, those on benefits have been hit hard and are truly feeling the pinch.
The DWP said: “If you find yourself in financial difficulty, help and advice is available from government, local authorities and other organizations.”
The main ways people receiving Universal Credit can increase their income are:
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Pensioners could miss out on £100, experts have issued a ‘serious’ warning
Financial experts are urging pensioners with savings accounts to check them now.
research from Pension Bee It suggests that half of retirees could lose hundreds of pounds each year. Experts explain that it is those whose interest rates are below his 3% who are missing out the most. The Daily Record reports.
High street banks have come under fire for failing to pass on the Bank of England’s benchmark rate hike to savers. Analysis by pension experts has revealed that older people face greater losses by putting their pensions into low-interest accounts.
High street banks have come under fire for failing to pass on the Bank of England’s benchmark rate hike to savers. Analysis by pension experts has revealed that older people face greater losses by putting their pensions into low-interest accounts.
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Everything you need to know about DWP Christmas bonus payments
This year too, those who have claimed certain benefits will receive a Christmas bonus for those in need.
As Christmas approaches, the Department for Work and Pensions has announced that annual payments will be made again in the coming months. The £10 payment is usually paid in the “first full week” of December to help people with extra costs during the Christmas season.
But only certain people will get it.by government websiteTo qualify for the Christmas Bonus, you must be present or ‘ordinarily resident’ in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man or Gibraltar during the qualifying week.
There is no need to charge. Payments are automatic and do not affect other benefits.
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The government confirms the date for payment of living expenses this fall.
Millions of households across the UK will receive a £300 living allowance directly from the Department for Work and Pensions (D.W.P.) October 31st to November 19th.
This is the second of three payments in 2023/24 that will see eligible people receive a total of up to £900 based on means-tested benefits such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit and tax credits. becomes.
Those eligible for benefits are only applying for tax credits and are not eligible to receive benefits from the government. D.W.P.will receive £300 from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) between 10th and 19th November.
The payment will be tax-free, will not count towards benefit caps and will not affect existing benefits, the government said.
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