Benefits
Christmas jobs and Universal Credit: Will seasonal work affect your benefits?
Taking a Christmas job does not automatically mean you'll lose your benefits such as Universal Credit - it all depends on how much you earn.
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The full list of Universal Credit October half term discounts and days out
October half term and Halloween is just around the corner. If you claim Universal Credit you can get days out for just £1 and save on top activities. Here's the full list.
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Can you claim benefits if you work? Universal Credit and other support explained
Many people assume that getting a job means their benefits will stop. In reality, many benefits can still be paid if you're working, and some are specifically designed to help people on lower incomes stay in work. Here's what you need to know.
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Housing Benefit changes from today let thousands keep more of their wages - Will you be better off?
Hundreds of thousands of people in supported housing could soon be better off when they take a job or increase their working hours, under new government rules.
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DWP driving ban rules explained as new debt powers take effect in October 2026 – Who could lose their licence?
People who owe money to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could face a driving ban under new debt recovery powers being rolled out from October 2026.
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Universal Credit health element for under-25s explained: What it is, what has changed and what could happen at the Budget
Thousands of young people claiming Universal Credit because of a long-term health condition or disability could be affected by further welfare reforms.
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Universal Credit and benefit payment dates October 2026: When will DWP money land in your account?
Check when DWP will pay Universal Credit, PIP, and other vital benefits in October. Plus, are you getting all the support you're entitled to?
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Attendance Allowance: Who can claim and how much you could get explained
Attendance Allowance is worth up to £114.60 a week for people over State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision because of a disability or health condition. Here's who can claim, how much you could get and how to apply.
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Universal Credit claimants could get up to £1,200 free from the government - how to qualify for the cash
More than £300 million has already been paid out through HMRC's Help to Save scheme, which offers eligible Universal Credit claimants a government bonus worth up to £1,200. Here's who can claim and how it works.
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Winter Fuel Payment claims now open - do you need to apply for benefit worth up to £300?
Millions of pensioners will receive the Winter Fuel Payment automatically this winter, but some people need to make a claim from today to avoid missing out on support worth up to £300. You can also opt out if you don't want to receive the payment.
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Pension Credit days out: Cheap and £1 attractions for October half-term
If you're looking after grandchildren over October half term and claim Pension Credit you can get a day out at top attractions across the UK for next to nothing. We round up the full list of venues offering discounts.
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State Pension forecast: How to check for missing National Insurance contributions
Almost 7million adults have never checked their State Pension forecast. Here's how to check your NI record and what to do about missing contributions.
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£150 Warm Home Discount: Checks to make before October
The Warm Home Discount scheme is to reopen in October 2026, giving eligible households a one-off £150 discount towards their electricity costs. Here are the checks to make now if you think you could qualify.
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State Pension set to rise by £488 in April 2027 under triple lock guarantee - what could you get?
Millions of pensioners are expected to get another big boost to their State Pension next April, after new earnings figures came in at 3.9%. It means the annual income for pensioners will jump past £13,000 for the first time.
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Can a pay rise leave you worse off? Benefits and payments that can be hit when you earn more
It sounds mad but getting a pay rise can sometimes mean your household has less cash. From Child Benefit to free school hours, here are the financial cliff edges you need to watch out for.
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Winter Fuel Payment claims open in days – everything you need to know including how to opt out
The 2026 Winter Fuel Payment will be made over the coming months - but claims for the benefit open on 21 September. If you don't want the payment, the deadline to opt out is 20 September. We explain what you need to know.
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PIP changes could see claimants choose practical support instead of cash payments
A radical change to PIP could mean that claimants are able to choose practical support instead of cash payments. What do the potential changes mean for those claiming PIP now?
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Autumn Budget 2026: What could happen to Universal Credit, PIP and other benefits?
Autumn Budget 2026 could bring changes to Universal Credit and PIP. Find out what’s confirmed, what’s been proposed and what claimants should know.
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