As school holidays wrap up, some financial stress may ease for UK families—but the broader cost‑of‑living challenge remains. Despite inflation retreating to pre‑pandemic norms, prices for essentials have stayed stubbornly high while wages remain stagnant. Furthermore, escalating household bills are pushing many into debt just to cover basic needs. Food Read more
This winter, many UK households—especially in Scotland—will receive three separate winter payments on top of their regular Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit entitlements. These include a Winter Fuel Payment (in England and Wales) or a Pension Age Winter Heating Payment (in Scotland), plus additional Winter Heating Payments and Read more
State pensioners with less than £13,400 a year are warning red flags: they could struggle to afford essentials like food, housing, and utilities. New analysis reveals around 15.3 million UK adults are set to fall short of minimum retirement standards, with some regions experiencing rates as high as 48% of Read more
The UK’s Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP) for 2025 remains unchanged from recent years. This benefit helps eligible employees take time off work following the birth or adoption of a child. Fathers, partners, and adoptive parents can claim up to two weeks of paternity pay, provided they meet the criteria. For Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that more than 3.7 million people across Great Britain are now receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Among these, 709,710 individuals aged 65 to 79 were in receipt of the disability benefit as of April 2025, helping boost their income to as Read more
Spring is here… but it’s never too early to plan ahead, especially when bank holidays get shifted. In 2026, UK households should note a key change: Boxing Day, traditionally on December 26, falls on a Saturday, so the substitute bank holiday is moved to Monday, December 28. Keep reading for Read more
A major shift is underway in the UK’s weight-loss medication market. From 1 September 2025, private patients will face a steep price increase for the drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide)—with the highest doses rising to £330 per month, up from £122. Keep reading for a full breakdown of the changes, what it Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is sounding the alarm: around 700,000 pensioner households are missing out on up to £4,000 a year in support. Pension Credit, a vital benefit to boost weekly income and unlock further assistance, remains drastically underclaimed. Here’s everything you need to know to seize Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a clear, comprehensive list of holiday rules that anyone claiming Universal Credit (UC) must follow when going abroad. Whether you’re off on a short break, receiving medical treatment, or are overseas due to work duties, understanding these rules ensures your UC Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a crucial update confirming that face-to-face Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments are being audio recorded by their third-party assessment providers. This marks a significant step toward transparency for claimants navigating the assessment process. What’s Changed: Audio Recording Now Standard After long-standing Read more