Will Lamont’s universal pre-K plan prevail?
A bill could allow children to attend preschool for free or at a radically reduced cost. But many elements of the program are ...
DWP confirms three benefits targeted by new bank checks clampdown first
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has updated the public regarding the crackdown on benefit fraud after the Government announced the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill ...
Does India need to include the mumps vaccine in its universal immunisation programme?
Mumps outbreaks prompt debate on vaccine inclusion in India's immunization program amid rising cases and complications.
The history of universal basic income: The concept of UBI has been debated for centuries
From Founding Fathers to modern tech leaders, the idea of universal basic income has a long history. In fact, UBI has been ...
DWP PIP disability benefit change will see 150,000 people lose other payments
The DWP has confirmed that 150,000 people will no longer receive Carer's Allowance or the carer element of Universal Credit ...
The DWP Universal Credit change starting soon
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that Universal Credit is set to increase by 1.7% from April 7.
These DWP claimants urged to act in days or lose up to £200 a month
Households could face having their benefits stopped if they do not act, as the DWP transfers starts a transfer of its ...
DWP confirms three benefits will be first to face new bank checks crackdown
Three types of benefits will be targeted in specific measures to clamp down on benefit fraud outlined by the Department for ...
DWP giving £812 payment to help you with common household costs
The money is available to people who need additional help to cover common household costs such as furniture and clothing ...
MSP makes Mother’s Day call urging UK Government to extend maternity pay
Scottish Green MSP Gillian Mackay said every new parent should have the chance to spend quality time with their baby.
20 changes you must tell the DWP about or risk losing benefits including Universal Credit, PIP and Child Benefit
To keep receiving the correct amount of benefits, changes should be reported as soon as possible. The DWP warns "your claim ...
Simple bank switch could see Universal Credit claimants 'earn a free £300'
A simple bank switch could result in Universal Credit recipient potentially pocketing a free £300. The Help to Save account ...