Major DWP Attendance Allowance change for state pensioners 'starts today'
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has devolved some powers to Scotland, with the government north of the border launching a new benefit that will eventually see Attendance Allowance scrapped in the country.
21 Oct 15:06 · Birmingham Live
New DWP state pension rule 'could cause death of 4,000 people'
Rhian Bowen-Davies has urged UK ministers to reverse the decision which is estimated to affect around 10 million pensioners
21 Oct 16:43 · Birmingham Live
State pensioners waking up to one-off £200 payments after Winter Fuel Allowance axed
The government is rolling out the latest phase of its Household Support Fund.
22 Oct 05:50 · Birmingham Live
WASPI women issued 'no compensation scheme' warning ahead of £2,950 payouts from DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been urged to payout £2,950 compensation payouts to women affected by the historic injustices.
22 Oct 10:21 · Birmingham Live
DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment eligibility letters will be sent out to 12.7 million people by the end of next month
Pensions Minister Emma Reynolds MP has confirmed that the letters will also encourage those on a low income to apply for Pension Credit before December 21, 2024
22 Oct 11:27 · Manchester Evening News
DWP begins sending out letters worth £300 to people who receive one
The DWP is set to send Winter Fuel Payment letters to 12 million people with state pensioners due the payment.
22 Oct 12:42 · Birmingham Live
People on DWP Attendance Allowance being moved to 'new benefit' worth £290
Pension Age Disability Payment is worth between £290 and £434 a month and is paid to people over state pension age who need extra help because of an illness or disability
22 Oct 13:02 · Birmingham Live
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