Starting April 2025, thousands of UK seniors may be entitled to a £5,285 back payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) due to changes in the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessment criteria. This article provides a comprehensive guide on the eligibility criteria, payment timelines, and steps to claim this benefit. Understanding the £5,285 … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a vital update regarding the eligibility for Pension Credit, revealing that hundreds of thousands of pensioners may be missing out on an additional £3,900 per year. The average successful claim has been shown to provide significant financial support, with many eligible individuals yet to apply for … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to implement significant changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system starting November 2026. These reforms aim to streamline the assessment process and ensure that support reaches those most in need. However, they could potentially impact over 1.3 million current claimants, especially those with multiple moderate conditions. What Is PIP? Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a … Read more
To tackle the ongoing pressure from rising energy, food, and housing costs, the UK government has introduced a £250 Cost of Living Payment scheduled to be issued in May 2025. This financial support is part of the broader cost of living assistance package intended to help struggling individuals and households during a time of economic uncertainty. This one-off tax-free … Read more
The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign was established to address the financial hardships faced by women born between 6 April 1950 and 5 April 1960. These women were adversely affected by changes to the State Pension age, which increased from 60 to 65, and later to 66, aligning with men’s retirement age. The … Read more
As of May 2025, renewed attention has been drawn to the ongoing WASPI compensation claim, as thousands of women await a long-overdue financial remedy. The campaign—led by Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI)—targets what they claim is a historic injustice: poor communication and inadequate notice regarding changes to the State Pension Age. While government action has been slow, recent updates, compensation … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has outlined key reforms to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system, scheduled to begin in 2026. These changes are aimed at improving the assessment process and eligibility criteria. A “wider review” of the indicators used on the PIP 2 evidence form will be launched to better reflect the … Read more