Benefits
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PIP changes: Claimants asked to help shape future benefit reforms
The Timms Review is inviting disabled people and those with long-term health conditions to help shape future PIP reforms. Here's how to take part.
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Warm Home Discount: Act by 23 August to get £150 off energy bills
Millions of households could receive £150 off their energy bills this winter, but you need to check you are correctly registered before a key August deadline.
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Heatwave help: Free fans, energy bill support and benefits for vulnerable households
Find out what help is available during hot weather, including free fans, energy bill support, benefits, council schemes and advice for vulnerable households.
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Can you work while claiming PIP? The rules explained
Can you work while claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP)? Find out whether having a job affects your claim, how work is assessed and when you need to tell the DWP about changes.
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£170 cash payments, food vouchers and energy bill help: Check what support your council offers
The Household Support Fund has been replaced but you can still get cash payments, food vouchers and energy bill help from councils if you are struggling. We explain what you need to know about grants through the Crisis and Resilience Fund.
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One in four families with young children in food poverty: How to claim healthy start, free school meals and other help
Nearly one in four households with children under five are struggling to afford food. Find out what help is available, including Healthy Start, free school meals, council support and other benefits.
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The hidden cost of job interviews: Benefits and free help you can claim for clothes, travel and hygiene
Job interview costs can quickly add up. But free help is available to claim for interview clothes, travel, toiletries and more before your next interview.
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Housing Benefit rules are changing in October 2026: what it means if you live in supported housing and want to work
From 5 October 2026, Housing Benefit rules change for 315,000 people in supported and temporary accommodation. Working will always leave you better off. Here's what changes.
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PIP review delays explained: Will your payments stop if your award is due to end?
If your current PIP award is due to end, you may be worried that your payments will stop before the DWP has made a decision. The good news is that, in most cases, your PIP payments will continue while your review is being carried out, provided you've returned the review form and any information the DWP has requested. Here's what you need to know.
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PIP claimants going on holiday warned over DWP travel rule that could stop benefit payments
If you're claiming PIP and plan to spend more than four weeks outside the UK, you must tell the DWP before you travel. In some cases, payments can stop if you stay abroad for too long or don't report your trip.
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Universal Credit and benefit payment dates for August 2026: Will you be paid early because of the bank holiday?
Millions of households will want to know when benefits including Universal Credit and child benefit will be paid in August 2026. The bank holiday can affect when you get cash. We explain what you need to know.
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Can you claim Carer's Allowance if you work? Earnings rules explained
If you're looking after someone for at least 35 hours a week, you could claim Carer's Allowance and continue earning through work.
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Free college courses if you claim Universal Credit: Who qualifies and how to apply
Thousands of adults in England can study for a free qualification without paying course fees, thanks to a government-funded scheme that helps people improve their job prospects and earn more money. You could qualify if claim Universal Credit or earn below a certain income threshold or are unemployed.
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Universal Credit perks: All the freebies, discounts and grants available in 2026
Millions of people claim Universal Credit but you may not realise claiming the benefits also unlocks lots of valuable freebies and perks than can help ease the cost of living if you are struggling. We explain all the perks on offer so that you don't miss out.
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Full list of summer holidays cost of living help for families - all the freebies and discounts you need to know about
The summer holidays can be one of the most expensive times of the year for families, the cost of food, days out and keeping children entertained quickly piles up. But there are plenty of ways to ease the pressure. We explain all.
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Government air conditioning grants explained: Who can get up to £2,500 in free cash?
As another UK heatwave sends temperatures soaring, many people don't realise that the government now offers grants of up to £2,500 towards certain types of air conditioning. We explain the details and how to claim.
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How people with ADHD can claim for PIP: When the condition qualifies and how much you could get
If you've been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you could be entitled to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) - though it's a little more complicated than a simple diagnosis. We explain how much you can get and how to qualify
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Can people on benefits get extra money for the summer holidays? Here is the support available
With household bills still putting pressure on budgets, many people claiming benefits
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