DWP launches new review of State Pension deferral rules Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 14:15 The DWP wants to understand why people delay claiming their State Pension and whether they benefit from the decision.
DWP warned over new bank account deductions and driving ban powers Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 14:04 An independent advisory committee has called for stronger safeguards to protect vulnerable people.
New warning for household bills, mortgages and savings as inflation hits 3.5% Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 13:15 Higher fuel prices have pushed inflation to its highest level in almost a year, with further increases expected this winter.
Families could get over £2,600 in financial support during pregnancy and baby's first year Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 12:15 Three payments from Social Security Scotland could help eligible parents with the costs of preparing for a baby and raising a child.
New PIP payment rates from next April for all eight award types Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 11:23 PIP claimants on the highest awards for daily living and mobility could receive over £805 a month next year.
Martin Lewis fan finds £18,460 forgotten pension and extra £2,769 a year Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 10:50 There is a free online service that can help people track down old workplace and personal pensions.
Martin Lewis issues six-month mortgage warning as households face higher repayments Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 09:41 Consumer champion Martin Lewis has urged homeowners approaching the end of their current mortgage deal to take action early.
New DWP update for pensioners claiming Winter Fuel Payment this year Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 08:58 The latest guidance also confirms the deadline for making a claim for winter 2026/27.
Full list of New and Basic State Pension weekly payment rates from April Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 07:38 New ONS figures confirm the annual State Pension uprating from April will be determined by the earnings growth measure of the Triple Lock.
PIP payments of up to £778 a month for people with these 86 muscle or joint conditions Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 21 October 2026 at 04:30 More than 1.2 million people with muscle or joint conditions receive between £30.30 and £194.60 a week through PIP.
Scottish motorists without driveways could get up to £3,500 towards electric car charging Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 14:17 The funding could help eligible households install charging equipment and access cheaper domestic electricity tariffs.
HMRC urges working parents to check for £2,000 childcare support Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 13:46 More than 37,000 families in Scotland are using Tax-Free Childcare to reduce their costs, with higher payments available for children with disabilities.
HMRC £100 penalty warning for people who miss tax return deadline this month Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 12:16 People filing paper Self Assessment returns have until the end of this month, but the online deadline is not until January.
EDF customers struggling with energy bills could get help clearing debt this winter Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 11:11 The supplier has committed £6 million to debt relief and debt-matching support as part of a wider £30 million winter package.
HMRC State Pension tax protection update ahead of Autumn Budget next week Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 10:19 The full New State Pension is on course to exceed the frozen £12,570 Personal Allowance for the first time from April 2027.
New State Pension payment rates for next April could be set this week Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 09:27 The final Triple Lock measure will be published on Wednesday and earnings growth is currently on track to determine the annual increase.
Energy customers could have bills written off under little-known 12-month rule Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 08:46 Ofgem rules can prevent suppliers from charging households for older energy use when billing delays are the supplier's responsibility.
Charity urges pensioners to check for winter help worth up to £316 Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 07:57 Independent Age has published a free guide covering financial support, heating costs and energy bill discounts ahead of winter.
Little-known Blue Badge renewal hack ensures parking permit is always valid Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 20 October 2026 at 04:30 Local councils across Great Britain issue Blue Badges to people for up to three years.
DWP lists 13 types of organisations that can access benefit claimants' personal information Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 19 October 2026 at 14:13 The list includes banks, energy suppliers, TV Licensing and telephone companies, with rules governing when information can be shared.