Martin Lewis’ popular “1p savings challenge” has helped thousands of people build a meaningful savings pot without feeling the strain of traditional budgeting. One saver has revealed how following the challenge helped them put away £670 in just over a year, but experts are now issuing a warning about a common mistake that could stop … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued fresh clarification on Blue Badge eligibility, addressing long‑standing confusion around whether people with temporary or fluctuating health conditions can qualify for the scheme. The update follows growing concern from disabled people, carers and campaigners who say existing guidance has often been misunderstood or inconsistently applied by local … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions is facing growing criticism after official figures revealed the scale of waiting times faced by people applying for Personal Independence Payment. The newly published details show that many claimants are waiting months, and in some cases well over a year, for decisions on their PIP claims, leaving thousands of … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that Cold Weather Payments are active, with eligible households across the UK able to receive extra financial support when temperatures drop. As winter conditions continue to affect many parts of the country, the announcement has prompted thousands of people to check whether their area qualifies for a … Read more
Universal Credit claimants across the UK are being reminded that they could be entitled to support worth up to £4,278 through a wide range of freebies, discounts and cost‑saving schemes confirmed for January. With household budgets still under pressure, many people are unaware that help extends far beyond monthly Universal Credit payments. The January update … Read more
Rachel Reeves is facing mounting pressure after pensioners across the UK reacted strongly to a controversial new action that has sparked debate about retirement security, fairness, and the future direction of pension policy. The issue has quickly gained traction among older households, campaign groups and political commentators, many of whom argue that the move risks … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions is facing growing backlash after new details emerged highlighting the scale of waiting times faced by people applying for Personal Independence Payment. Campaigners, charities and claimants have expressed concern that long delays are leaving some of the most vulnerable people in financial distress while they wait for decisions on … Read more
HMRC has issued a renewed warning aimed at people who have earned an extra £1,000 outside their main source of income, urging them to check whether they now have a tax obligation they were previously unaware of. The message comes as more people take on side income, freelance work, online sales or additional savings interest, … Read more
Financial experts are warning that thousands of UK pension savers could be losing as much as £26,000 a year in retirement due to a single, commonly overlooked mistake. The warning comes as more people approach retirement with multiple pension pots, complex choices, and growing uncertainty about how best to turn long‑term savings into a stable … Read more
Millions of households across the UK are facing growing concern following confirmation that a wide range of benefits and financial handouts administered by the Department for Work and Pensions and HMRC will remain frozen throughout 2026. With inflation having strained household budgets over recent years, the decision has prompted questions about how families, pensioners, and … Read more