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DWP announces "300 bonus payment for state pensioners born before 1946 date
25+ min ago (270+ words) The Department for Work and Pensions has announced bonus payments for state pensioners born before 28 September 1946. Those who qualify will receive "300 in the form of the DWP Winter Fuel Payment. The DWP states: "If you live alone or no one…...
DWP confirms "100 Winter Fuel Payment increase for older pensioners
43+ min ago (233+ words) The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed an automatic "100 Winter Fuel Payment boost for older claimants. The DWP is distributing "300 to older state pensioners. With the Winter Fuel Allowance returning for winter 2026 to 2027, the DWP will provide "200 to younger…...
HMRC "200 tax charge confirmed for DWP state pensioners under 80
10+ hour, 59+ min ago (329+ words) HMRC has announced that state pensioners will face "200 in additional tax charges come 2026. Deductions are subsequently expected to climb temporarily to approximately "33 monthly for a standard "200 payment during the 2027-28 tax year for state pensioners repaying the Department for Work and…...
Matt Baker clarifies views on quitting UK after BBC show changed perspective
3+ hour, 30+ min ago (431+ words) Countryfile presenter Matt Baker has had the opportunity to travel around the world ever since he joined BBC's Blue Peter when he was just 21-years-old. The now-48-year-old television host has since gone on to front numerous Channel 4 travel programmes,…...
Woman found dead in St Helens as man arrested on suspicion of murder
3+ hour, 32+ min ago (173+ words) A man has been detained on suspicion of murder following the death of a woman. North West Ambulance Service alerted police at approximately 2. 55am this morning (May 24) after a woman in her 30s was found deceased at an address on Brook Cottage…...
Motability update for drivers who haven't yet downloaded app on phone
5+ hour, 42+ min ago (442+ words) Motability Scheme users have been encouraged to download a free app for quick access to breakdown support. Should difficulties arise on the road, the service helps motorists get help with 'just a tap'. In the clip, RAC Breakdown spokesperson Simon…...
Rachel Reeves pension tax change - thousands to lose almost "900 a year
12+ hour, 42+ min ago (310+ words) Rachel Reeves has confirmed a tax alteration that will see thousands of pension savers lose "890 annually. The Labour Party Chancellor revealed the tax adjustment in last November's Autumn Budget. The overhaul means higher-earning pension savers could find themselves nearly "900 worse…...
Rats could 'take over homes' this UK heatwave if you leave 1 item in your garden
8+ hour, 12+ min ago (487+ words) Rats could wreck havoc at certain times of the year(Image: Getty Images) With a heatwave creeping up across the country, now is a frightening time for rats. During summer, particularly around period of hot weather, we tend to see…...
HMRC issues 'no need' alert to 2 million DWP state pensioners
8+ hour, 41+ min ago (306+ words) HMRC has issued a warning to all two million state pensioners who are repaying Winter Fuel Payments to remain vigilant against scams. Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Winter Fuel Allowances must be repaid if recipients earn more than "35, 000. However,…...
Brits urged to place bowls of water on windowsills on Monday
8+ hour, 45+ min ago (465+ words) Households throughout the UK are being encouraged to place bowls of water on their windowsills on Monday - with temperatures of 33 C are predicted. With such exceptionally warm conditions on the way, keeping your home at a comfortable temperature can prove…...