Personal Finance

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

How to apply for Pension Credit benefit as Winter Fuel Payments cut

The most common tax code is 1257L, which is based on the Personal Tax Allowance of £12,570

The most common tax code is 1257L, which is based on the Personal Tax Allowance of £12,570

Millions warned they could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code

Under the “triple lock”, the state pension increases every April in line with whichever is the highest of average total earnings growth, CPI inflation, or 2.5%

Under the “triple lock”, the state pension increases every April in line with whichever is the highest of average total earnings growth, CPI inflation, or 2.5%

Department for Work and Pensions

New full state pension payments to increase by £460 in April

HMRC has already written to 257,000 pensioners who could have HRP missing from their NI record

HMRC has already written to 257,000 pensioners who could have HRP missing from their NI record

HMRC warning to thousands of parents who could be missing out on pension money

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

Consumer watchdog Which? is warning drivers of a “very convincing” new scam which demands payments for unpaid parking fines.

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Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scam

The rare coin, which has previously been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation

The rare coin, which has previously been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation

Check your change as rare £2 coin could be worth £500 - how to spot

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

Cost of living crisis

Winter Fuel Payments update as petition against change hits 450,000 signatures

The cost of getting a BBC TV Licence has increased by £10.50 to £169.50 this year

The cost of getting a BBC TV Licence has increased by £10.50 to £169.50 this year

How to get a free BBC TV Licence - are you eligible?

David Bean of the Countryside Alliance also raised concerns about the impact on rural communities.

David Bean of the Countryside Alliance also raised concerns about the impact on rural communities.

Winter Fuel Payment

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Another Winter Fuel Payment warning issued ahead of 'cruel' Christmas

But what if, for example, you live with other people such as your parents?

But what if, for example, you live with other people such as your parents?

Universal Credit

Can you claim Universal Credit if you live with your parents or other people?

Even if you've already started claiming your pension, you could still take advantage.

Even if you've already started claiming your pension, you could still take advantage.

Expert reveals pension trick that could earn you £665 a year and stop HMRC tax

Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.

Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.

Your 20p coin worth more than £60 - what you should look for

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a refund worth as much as £169.50

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a refund worth as much as £169.50

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UK homes could be due a £169 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?

Universal Credit claimants could be fined if they do not tell the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) about these changes

Universal Credit claimants could be fined if they do not tell the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) about these changes

This is what Universal Credit claimants must tell the DWP to avoid a fine

Universal Credit claimants must inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if they are planning to travel abroad this summer

Universal Credit claimants must inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if they are planning to travel abroad this summer

Warning to Universal Credit claimants who could have payments stopped this summer

Martin Lewis has issued a DWP warning

Martin Lewis has issued a DWP warning

Martin Lewis urges 1 million Brits to apply for unclaimed DWP benefit

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a £169.50

If you do not watch or record live TV, or stream BBC iPlayer you could be eligible for a £169.50

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UK households could be due £170 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Failing to renew your Blue Badge in time could lead to you facing a £1,000 fine for misusing the badge

Warning to blue badge holders who face £1,000 fine if they do not act

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

DWP Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs

Thousands warned they are missing out on nearly £4,000 DWP cost of living boost

Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.

Around 250,000 20p coins minted in November 2008 are believed to have entered circulation with no date.

Check your change for the rare 20p coin worth more than £50

When you turn 50, you start to get many different perks and discounts in the UK.

When you turn 50, you start to get many different perks and discounts in the UK.

Personal Finance

Train discounts, cinema tickets and insurance - the best freebies for over 50's

Households who receive six legacy benefits set to be replaced by Universal Credit have been issued a warning as they risk having their benefits stopped

Households who receive six legacy benefits set to be replaced by Universal Credit have been issued a warning as they risk having their benefits stopped

Universal Credit warning to thousands as 180,000 have benefits stopped

Rare 1p coin expected to sell for £200,000 at auction

Rare 1p coin expected to sell for £200,000 at auction

Personal Finance

Rare 1p coin expected to sell for £200,000 at auction

The MSE team has gone into more detail on the website with 9 key 'need-to-knows'.

The MSE team has gone into more detail on the website with 9 key 'need-to-knows'.

Martin Lewis urges Brits to check meter readings before Price Cap drop on July 1

UK pensioners and over 60's are entitled to many things

UK pensioners and over 60's are entitled to many things

From health to travel, all the free benefits available to pensioners and over 60s

Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) campaigners warned of a “deeply concerning” spike in claim forms appearing online

Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) campaigners warned of a “deeply concerning” spike in claim forms appearing online

DWP issues pensions warning over scam compensation offers

Around 230,000 people, mainly women, have been underpaid their state pension according to the latest DWP figures

Around 230,000 people, mainly women, have been underpaid their state pension according to the latest DWP figures

DWP warning to 230,000 pensioners who could be owed more than £12,000

The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008, and fetched more than 250 times its face value at auction.

The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008, and fetched more than 250 times its face value at auction.

'Check your change': This is the 20p coin that's worth more than £50

MP Allan Dorans in the Commons

MP Allan Dorans in the Commons

National government

Ayrshire MP demands justice for WASPI women in Commons debate

James and Gillian say their rent level is unfair

James and Gillian say their rent level is unfair

Personal Finance

Veteran launches rent petition after paying £121 a month more than neighbour

Homelessness applications in South Ayrshire have increased.

Homelessness applications in South Ayrshire have increased.

South Ayrshire sees homeless applications jump by 10% in latest figures

The DWP have teamed up with Martin Lewis to raise awareness of Pension Credit, worth up to £3,500 every year

The DWP have teamed up with Martin Lewis to raise awareness of Pension Credit, worth up to £3,500 every year

Cost of living crisis

Martin Lewis and DWP launch appeal to thousands missing out on £3,500 free cash

You could be eligible for Council Tax Support if you are on low income or claiming benefits

You could be eligible for Council Tax Support if you are on low income or claiming benefits

Cost of living crisis

Millions missing out on £1,000 council tax support - are you eligible?

Martin Lewis' tip came in in the recent Money Saving Expert newsletter

Martin Lewis' tip came in in the recent Money Saving Expert newsletter

Cost of living crisis

Martin Lewis shares neat tip that allows you to make £200 for free

PIP claimants must inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if they are planning to travel abroad for 4 weeks or more this summer

PIP claimants must inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) if they are planning to travel abroad for 4 weeks or more this summer

Cost of living crisis

DWP PIP claimants warned payments could stop if they fail to alert DWP of change

More than 500,000 tax credits customers will need to reply to HMRC by the deadline or risk having their payments stopped

More than 500,000 tax credits customers will need to reply to HMRC by the deadline or risk having their payments stopped

Cost of living crisis

One million homes told to keep eye on post or risk missing out on thousands of pounds

Martin Lewis will return to ITV next week with an 'urgent' state pension warning ahead of a deadline in July

Martin Lewis will return to ITV next week with an 'urgent' state pension warning ahead of a deadline in July

Cost of living crisis

Money expert Martin Lewis in urgent £10,000 pension warning to everyone aged 45 to 70

September 30, 2022 was the last day that the Bank’s paper £20 and £50 banknotes had legal tender status

September 30, 2022 was the last day that the Bank’s paper £20 and £50 banknotes had legal tender status

Bank of England

Millions of old £20 and £50 notes not cashed in - how to swap yours for legal tender

Vouchers worth up to £400 as part of the Energy Bill Support Scheme must be redeemed by June 30

Vouchers worth up to £400 as part of the Energy Bill Support Scheme must be redeemed by June 30

Cost of living crisis

Which? warning to thousands who have weeks left to claim £400 energy bill support

The hub will consist of a counter service operated by Post Office employees, where customers and businesses can withdraw and deposit cash, make bill payments and carry out regular banking transactions

The hub will consist of a counter service operated by Post Office employees, where customers and businesses can withdraw and deposit cash, make bill payments and carry out regular banking transactions

'New way' of banking for Girvan - here's how it works

The DWP £150 disability benefit cost of living payment will be sent to more than six million claimants from June 20

The DWP £150 disability benefit cost of living payment will be sent to more than six million claimants from June 20

Cost of living crisis

Millions to receive £150 cost of living payment next month - are you eligible

DWP Universal Credit claimants with children will be able to claim additional support up to £951, while those with two or more will be able to claim £1,630

DWP Universal Credit claimants with children will be able to claim additional support up to £951, while those with two or more will be able to claim £1,630

Universal Credit claimants could receive extra £522 cash boost from next month

HMRC is warning Tax Credit customers of new scams targeting them ahead of the tax credits renewal deadline

HMRC is warning Tax Credit customers of new scams targeting them ahead of the tax credits renewal deadline

Cost of living crisis

HMRC issue urgent Tax Credit warning to customers across the UK

Those on DWP Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit are eligible for HMRC Help to Save scheme

Those on DWP Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit are eligible for HMRC Help to Save scheme

Cost of living crisis

Universal Credit and Tax Credit claimants could get £600 savings boost

More than eight million people are eligible for the DWP £301 cost of living payment next week

More than eight million people are eligible for the DWP £301 cost of living payment next week

Cost of living crisis

Warning some Universal Credit claimants will miss out on £301 cost of living payment

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is extending its support for Universal Credit claimants in England, Scotland and Wales

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is extending its support for Universal Credit claimants in England, Scotland and Wales

Universal Credit support available to secure higher wages for claimants

Broadband firms, including BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk and Vodafone, increase their prices each April in line with the Consumer Price Index

Broadband firms, including BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk and Vodafone, increase their prices each April in line with the Consumer Price Index

Cost of living crisis

Two-week warning to broadband customers ahead of price rises

The latest DWP update has revealed 46,716 instances of underpayment

The latest DWP update has revealed 46,716 instances of underpayment

DWP pays out more than £300m after state pension underpayment error

The DWP is warning claimants of Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance about scammers using their information to commit benefit fraud

The DWP is warning claimants of Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance about scammers using their information to commit benefit fraud

DWP issues warning to everyone on Universal Credit and Jobseeker's Allowance

The SPA is due to rise to 68 from 2044, but reports suggested ministers wanted to bring that forward to as early as 2035.

The SPA is due to rise to 68 from 2044, but reports suggested ministers wanted to bring that forward to as early as 2035.

Personal Finance

Rise in state pension age to be put on hold amid fears of backlash from voters

Thousands of pensioners could be entitled to money after a DWP mistake (Getty)

Thousands of pensioners could be entitled to money after a DWP mistake (Getty)

Personal Finance

Thousands of pensioners could be owed over £6,000 each after DWP mistake

Universal Credit claimants, and those in receipt of other benefits, will see a 10.1% pay increase next month

Universal Credit claimants, and those in receipt of other benefits, will see a 10.1% pay increase next month

Cost of living crisis

Universal Credit payments to rise next month - how much you will get

The current maximum that someone in receipt of PIP, DLA, Child Disability Payment and Adult Disability Payment (ADP) could receive is £627.60

The current maximum that someone in receipt of PIP, DLA, Child Disability Payment and Adult Disability Payment (ADP) could receive is £627.60

Cost of living crisis

PIP and DLA payments to rise next month - how much you will get

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis told viewers of his ITV show that energy prices will not rise in April

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis told viewers of his ITV show that energy prices will not rise in April

Martin Lewis issues optimistic update on energy bill prices