Many UK taxpayers assume the personal tax-free allowance is fixed and non-negotiable. For most people, it sits at £12,570 and that’s where the conversation usually ends. But what many don’t realise is that, under certain circumstances, it is possible to legally earn up to £28,322 without paying a single penny of Income Tax. This isn’t … Read more
The UK government has officially confirmed that a one-off payment will be made before the New Year for millions of people receiving State Pension, PIP and other qualifying benefits. The announcement, issued through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is designed to provide extra financial relief during one of the most expensive times of … Read more
As the new financial year begins, many older people across the UK are looking closely at their income and benefits, especially with the cost of living still putting pressure on household budgets. One support scheme that continues to make a real difference for pensioners is Attendance Allowance. For eligible individuals, this benefit can be worth … Read more
Many people in the UK assume that once they reach State Pension age, work has to stop and income becomes fixed. That belief is now badly outdated. The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that people who continue working after reaching State Pension age can significantly increase their overall income, without losing their State … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched a renewed nationwide drive urging older people in Scotland to check whether they are missing out on up to £4,300 a year in extra income. The focus of the campaign is Pension Credit, a long-standing benefit that remains widely underclaimed despite being designed specifically to support … Read more
As the year draws to a close, many households across the UK are carefully checking their bank accounts. For millions of people, the weeks before New Year can bring more than just festive spending pressures – they can also bring important one-off payments from the government and public bodies. If you receive benefits, a pension, … Read more
A fresh wave of pressure is building on the UK Government as campaigners, charities, and pension experts call for a targeted State Pension increase that could benefit more than 400,000 people next year. At the centre of the debate are older pensioners who are widely believed to be missing out under the current system. With … Read more
Thousands of women across the UK are once again looking to the government for answers after the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) confirmed its latest position on State Pension age compensation for women affected by changes in retirement rules. The issue, commonly associated with the WASPI campaign, continues to spark frustration, political debate, and … Read more
UK drivers are heading into one of the biggest shake-ups in years. From new seat belt requirements to higher motoring costs, tax changes, and tougher eyesight checks, 2026 is shaping up to be a turning point for anyone who drives in the UK. Many of these changes are being introduced quietly, but together they will … Read more
The debate around tax fairness for older people has returned to the spotlight after renewed calls for a higher personal tax allowance for pensioners. Campaigners, charities, and some MPs have urged the UK Government to raise the personal tax allowance for pensioners to £25,140 — a figure that matches the full new State Pension. Supporters … Read more