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
Millions of UK pensioners are set to receive a welcome boost to their income from April, after the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) confirmed an extra £218 payment as part of the annual State Pension increase. With household bills, food prices, and everyday costs still putting pressure on older households, this rise will matter … Read more
Many UK savers believe Cash ISAs are completely safe, simple, and free from tax worries. For years, they have been marketed as one of the easiest ways to protect savings from HMRC. However, a newly highlighted loophole has raised concerns that millions of people could unknowingly face a 20% tax penalty if they break the … Read more
For years, the question of whether the State Pension should be fully tax-free has refused to go away. Millions of pensioners across the UK have watched personal tax allowances rise, freeze, and shift, while their own income from the State Pension has steadily increased under the triple lock. Now, with the full New State Pension … Read more
The UK disability benefits system is facing one of its most significant shake-ups in a generation. Under plans being developed by the Labour government, major changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) are expected, with ministers signalling that around 700,000 people could be exempt from future reassessments and tighter eligibility rules. The proposals are being framed … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed a financial boost worth up to £575 for certain State Pensioners, but not everyone will qualify. The extra amount applies only to people born in specific years and depends on how their State Pension has been calculated and uprated. This update has sparked interest across the … Read more
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
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