Thousands on benefits receiving free £251 payment to cover energy bills – check if you qualify
THOUSANDS of households on benefits should look out for a free £251 payment landing in accounts to cover energy bills.The help comes via the Child…
Over a quarter of a million households on benefits have payments STOPPED – how to avoid it happening to you
OVER a quarter of a million households have had their benefit payments stopped after failing to act on a key deadline.New government figures show 318,834…
Blow for renters on Universal Credit as key benefit rate FROZEN – with thousands facing £3,129 shortfall
OVER one million private renters on Universal Credit will see the help they get with payments frozen next year.Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates will remain at their current…
Martin Lewis to host new TV special which will air over Christmas period – but his tips won’t be about money
MARTIN LEWIS is well known for his expert money-saving tips and advice.But it turns out that he’s also got a few tricks up his sleeve…
Warning for thousands of pensioners who could lose out on benefits due to pension credit rule loophole
THOUSANDS of pensioners looking to claim Pension Credit should be aware of a loophole that could see them lose out on benefits. Pension Credit gives…
Full list of energy freebies including electric blankets and boilers you can get NOW to help slash bills this winter
WINTER is on the way and that means energy bills going up for millions - but there are ways to get help if you're struggling.The…
The best deals to cut the cost of eating out at big name chains including Prezzo, Pizza Express and Frankie & Benny’s
EATING out with friends and family is always a real treat, but soaring costs can leave a lump in your throat when the bill arrives.…
I’m a council house mum & don’t work – trolls call me a ‘lazy universal credit dosser’ but help’s there for a reason
A MUM who lives in a council house and doesn't work has hit back at mean trolls who called her a "lazy universal credit dosser".Sophie…
Benefits calculator reveals if you will get £300 winter fuel payment as 10million to miss out – plus up to £3,000 boost
PENSIONERS should be aware of a government tool that can confirm eligibility for the £300 winter fuel payment. The Pension Credit Calculator lets you check…
The exact amount you can earn before having Carers Allowance STOPPED
CARERS allowance is a benefit awarded to people giving regular care to someone who is disabled or unwell.To qualify for the allowance you must spend…
Hundreds of thousands owed up to £12,000 in PIP back payments after huge rule change
HUNDREDS of thousands of underpaid households could be owed £12,000 in benefit payments following a major Supreme Court ruling. Some 326,000 Personal Independence Payments (PIP) claimants could…
Thousands of households can claim free £250 lump sum payments – check exact date in weeks you need to apply
THOUSANDS of homes around the country can get their hands on a £250 cash sum to help out with household payments.The help comes as part…
The 10-minute check that reveals if you can get £300 winter fuel payment after huge change to rules
STRUGGLING households could be missing out on an extra £300 this winter by not claiming benefits that they are entitled to. It comes as chancellor…
Two major changes for parents including child benefit and free childcare revealed in Tory manifesto
RISHI Sunak has pledged to make two huge changes to childcare and child benefits if elected - saving families £1,480 a year. The PM promised…
I’m slammed for getting universal credit when my husband works full-time – I’m a mum-of-4 and we just about survive
A MUM has hit back at trolls who claim she shouldn't get universal credit if her husband works full-time. Nicole Austin took to social media…
Early May bank holiday payment dates: When will my Universal Credit, child benefit or state pension be paid?
THOUSANDS on benefits may see their payment dates change due to the May bank holidays. Those on Universal Credit, Pension Credit and more see the…
Bungling welfare chiefs paid over £230k in handouts to lags in a year and only got 14% back
BUNGLING welfare chiefs paid more than £230,000 in handouts to prisoners in a year — and only got 14 per cent of it back. Caged…
Six ways to get help with childcare before huge April changes – from free hours to £1.2k a year benefits
WORKING parents battling stinging childcare costs are missing out on vital support. It comes after Chancellor Jeremy Hunt this week raised the earnings level at…
Full list of benefits rising by £100s within weeks – see how much better off you’ll be
MILLIONS of households will receive a pay rise worth up to hundreds of pounds a year from next month. The Government is hiking benefit rates…
I’ve found the best place for a cheap, fun, family day out…there’s wild animals, a play area & tickets are only £3
WITH the Easter break looming parents will be pulling their hair out wondering what affordable fun there is to be had with the kids. Especially…