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State pensioners new call to claim £3,900 after winter fuel payment axe
DWP
The DWP said it was 'a scandal' that over 800,000 pensioners are losing out on Pension Credit, a benefit that is worth around £3,900 a year
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DWP reform plan to turn PIP into voucher a 'real concern', minister admits
DWP
Department for Work and Pensions Minister Liz Kendall was asked about the Conservative proposals to turn the Personal Independence Payment into a voucher-based system
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DWP issues WASPI update with 'as soon as possible' message
UK News
Work and pensions secretary Liz Kendall answered questions during a committee meeting on Wednesday
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Dunelm's 'truly amazing' gadget dries clothes indoors for 5p-an-hour
Dunelm
The high street homeware store is selling a £40 Heated Airer with Wings online - and it's proving popular
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Martin Lewis tells millions of Brits to knock £1500 off Council Tax bill with easy check
Martin Lewis
The MoneySavingExpert shared a step-by-step guide on how to 'check and challenge' your Council Tax band
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Home expert's 11 savvy tips to save money on your energy bills this winter
Energy Bills
Winter can be an expensive time of year for households across the UK
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Full list of those eligible for DWP Christmas bonus next month
DWP
Not all benefit claimants will receive this year's Christmas Bonus
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'Hidden detail' in Levi's jeans will show you if they could be worth a fortune
Fashion
People have been urged to check their wardrobes after hearing how certain pairs of Levi's jeans are selling for £8,000 - but there are some things you need to watch out for
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DWP full list of benefits that could see you get broadband for £12.50 a month
Your Money
A social tariff could reduce your bill to £12.50 per month
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Failing to report these changes to the DWP could stop your PIP payments
DWP
Even going on an extended holiday could mean your benefits could be stopped, officials at the Department for Work and Pensions warn
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HMRC warning to anyone who wants to top up their State Pension before deadline
HMRC
People under six months to fill any gaps in their National Insurance records going back as far as 2006 to maximise their State Pension in retirement
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DWP places disability assessments under review after accusations of needless and humiliating hurdles
DWP
The DWP has been urged to make changes to the PIP review process
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DWP issues 'act without delay' warning as thousands of letters sent out
DWP
The DWP is contacting people on ESA warning them they need to make a new claim for Universal Credit or risk losing their benefits
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DWP to issue WASPI update on pension compensation in 'coming weeks', minister says
DWP
A report by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) found that affected women born in the 1950s should have had more individual notice of changes to their State Pension age
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Former DWP employee advises on protecting PIP and other disability payments
DWP
Sandra Wrench has 42 years experience dealing with State Pension, working age and disability benefits
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Energy customers can save £90 this winter with a few small DIY fixes
Energy Bills
The 'Get ready for Winter' guidance lists several simple steps households can take to save up to £90 during the colder months, without forking out a small fortune
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DWP £300 winter fuel payment update as minister says application form 'to change'
DWP
The DWP could be set to make changes to extremely lengthy form in practice
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HMRC £1,193 warning as State Pension deadline approaches
HMRC
People have less than six months left to fill any gaps in their National Insurance (NI) records going back as far as 2006 to maximise their State Pension in retirement
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UK bank offers free £175 bonus before Christmas to new customers
Money
First Direct, based in Yorkshire, has 1.9 million customers and is paying out £175 on its 7% regular saver
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Octopus Energy offers up to £200 of help with energy bills this winter
Money
The company will be offering up to £200 support to those struggling to pay their bills
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DWP set to review £300 benefit application after making 'very long' admission
DWP
The DWP has been urged to simplify the application process for the benefit, which is available to households with someone over state pension age
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How much people across Greater Manchester are now spending on rent
Property News
We look at how much of the average household income goes on rent in each of the region's 10 boroughs
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DWP to pay £10 Christmas Bonus to people on some benefits from December - who's eligible
DWP
One-off payments of £10 will be sent out next month
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DWP could stop PIP payments if you fall foul of this small mistake
DWP
PIP claimants could lose up to £184.30 per week for a wide variety of reasons
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Paddy McGuinness
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Bolton
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Met Office snow map shows where it will fall in UK this weekend amid 'major change'
UK Weather
A "major change" in the weather is afoot with snow predicted for the UK
Landlord issues statement after man claims his home hit by damp, mould, leaks and sewage
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ITV's Good Morning Britain stops show to issue 'breaking news'
Good Morning Britain
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ITV I'm A Celebrity's Oti Mabuse speaks out on leaving daughter, one, at home and says 'she's not alone'
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here
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Urgent warning issued to all drivers after Met Office weather alert
UK Weather
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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's JB Gill supported over 'exciting' announcement as he takes over I'm A Celebrity star
Strictly Come Dancing
The JLS star has been juggling a number of commitments while training for the BBC One dance contest
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"It's everyone's worst nightmare": Heartbreaking tributes to 'beautiful' mum found dead after going missing
Leigh
Emotional tributes have been paid to Jane Burton after she was found dead in Leigh on Tuesday (November 12)
Ruben Amorim granted Paul Scholes his wish on first day at Manchester United
Manchester United FC
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Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer 'pushes ahead' with £650m takeover decision
Avram Glazer
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Paddy McGuinness 'in bits' after Peter Kay's message to star on Children in Need bike ride
Paddy McGuinness
Paddy McGuinness received a message from Peter Kay on BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball show
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Urgent warning issued to all drivers after Met Office weather alert
UK Weather
The AA is warning night-time and early-morning drivers to be aware of the roads
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's JB Gill supported over 'exciting' announcement as he takes over I'm A Celebrity star
Strictly Come Dancing
The JLS star has been juggling a number of commitments while training for the BBC One dance contest
State pensioners new call to claim £3,900 after winter fuel payment axe
DWP
The DWP said it was 'a scandal' that over 800,000 pensioners are losing out on Pension Credit, a benefit that is worth around £3,900 a year
Ruben Amorim could promote six wonderkids to first-team squad in major Man United change
Ruben Amorim
Several youngsters have been tipped to make the breakthrough into the first-team contingent under Ruben Amorim after he was appointed as the new Manchester United boss