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DWP confirms changes to universal credit payments for millions in May 2024
Your Money
The changes will apply to many people who claim certain benefits
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Pension changes in April 2024 as expert urges people to 'make a claim'
Cost Of Living
There have been several changes made as the new tax year gets under way
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Universal Credit urgent DWP change call as research shows some £2,800 per year worse off
Cost Of Living
The element of Universal Credit covering ill health is set at a lower rate than the combination of ill-health support and disability premiums on benefits which are being replaced
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DWP forces woman to pay back almost £6,000 after she picked up extra shift at work
Cost Of Living
Helen Grater was told to pay the money to the Department for Work and Pensions after she took on an extra shift at Sainsbury's while caring for her seriously unwell partner
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Pain for drivers as car insurance prices 'jump by 56% in a year'
Motoring News
The Association of British Insurers argued that paid-for policies rose by the lower figure of 25%
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Handy gadget cuts food waste and saves space - slashing grocery bills by 20%
Food & Drink
Experts say one 'simple but effective' kitchen item can make a major impact on grocery bills
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Tesco shoppers baffled after spotting 'mental' price of olive oil
Tesco
Tesco shoppers were taken aback after spotting one bottle of olive oil on sale for £13.85 in stores
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MoneySavingExpert issues deadline warning to Subway fans as new scheme announced
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Martin Lewis' team explains what Subway customers need to do with their loyalty points before the launch of a new scheme next month
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Spotify to increase the amount you pay – what's happening as MSE shares how to beat prices
Your Money
Spotify fans who pay for a premium plan can expect to pay more from next month as the audio streaming service's rates increase
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UK passport price to rise for second time in just 14 months
Cost Of Living
Following a steep 9% rise in February 2023, this new hike has been met with dismay by consumer groups
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Key dates for DWP Universal Credit benefits change which impacts 500,000 people
Cost Of Living
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed exactly when people will start getting letters they must take action over - or have their benefits stopped
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DWP sending letters to 500,000 telling them to switch benefits or face cash being stopped
Cost Of Living
Announcement of dates when legacy benefits made by Department for Work and Pensions will come to an end for hundreds of thousands
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'I'm doing the Monzo 1p Savings Challenge - here's what I've earnt so far after 3 months'
Your Money
Afraid to tackle my savings, I began the Monzo 1p Saving Challenge for 2024 - I'm now three months in
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HMRC Child Benefit could be stopped for thousands of parents in weeks - what you need to do
Cost Of Living
The amount of money paid to people qualifying for Child Benefit increased from April 6 but thousands of families could lose out unless they act now
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Four ways to cut the cost of car insurance
Cost Of Living
Changing details like who is on the policy and where you park can make a significant difference
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Mum explains how she makes family meals for 70p a portion
Cost Of Living
Among the meals, Becky made a chicken curry, a sausage tray bake and a beef stir fry
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More than 1million warned over savings mistake at end of April
Cost Of Living
Experts say you need to take action before the start of May
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DWP alert over benefit people can get even if they own house and have savings
Cost Of Living
New campaign from Department for Work and Pensions to get people to apply for £3,900 a year - with 800,000 missing out
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DWP announces major Universal Credit payments changes from April 8 2024 - full list
Universal Credit
Department for Work and Pensions updates website to list new payment rates
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DWP warns thousands could be missing out on £218 a week
Cost Of Living
The DWP has issued a warning to thousands of people who could be missing out on the £218 per week Pension Credit - here's everything you need to know about the benefit
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DWP offers new £812 loan that doesn't have to be repaid for two years
Cost Of Living
The DWP budgeting advances and loans can be used for things like one-off expenses such as replacing household appliances
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List of DWP PIP payments as new rates mean more cash for recipients
Cost Of Living
The new rates mark the beginning of the new financial year, with benefits like these increased every April to keep up with inflation
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DWP universal credit claimants could face court or fines if you don't report these changes
Your Money
There is a list of changes you need to report - or else risk punishment or having to pay back money
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27 million workers to be '£900 better off' from tomorrow as cut takes effect
Cost Of Living
There will also be changes to child benefit and state pensions in the coming days
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North Wales
The convoys are being organised as a motion goes before the Senedd calling for the policy to be reversed