Exact number of points new PIP claimants need for payment of £778 a month Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 14:08 People claiming Personal Independence Payment are assessed using a points system which determines whether they qualify and how much they receive.
Nearly one million pensioners urged to check for £4,500 annual income boost Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 13:39 New DWP figures show up to 900,000 eligible households are missing out on Pension Credit, which can also unlock additional financial support.
People with a Blue Badge can also apply for free travel boost Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 13:39 Thousands of Blue Badge holders in Scotland may be unaware of the additional benefits attached to the parking permit.
HMRC issues updated warning over unpaid tax bills and 14-day deadline Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 11:45 Newly updated guidance sets out the action HMRC can take to recover unpaid tax, including deductions from earnings and bank accounts.
New Cash ISA restrictions from April could affect millions of savers Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 11:09 New research suggests almost two-thirds of people are unaware of changes to Cash ISA allowances and other savings rules coming into force next year.
Millions of households urged to check for £4,700 annual Universal Credit boost Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 10:24 New DWP figures estimate that up to 2.6 million eligible families missed out on financial support during the 2024/25 financial year.
DWP confirms proposed PIP changes are not final ahead of autumn review Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 09:45 Disability Minister Sir Stephen Timms has provided a further update on the review of Personal Independence Payment following questions from MPs.
Check if you need to claim Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300 from DWP Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 08:52 Most eligible pensioners will receive the £100 to £300 payment automatically, but some people will need to make a claim.
Six simple ways to keep your home warm and save £126 on energy bills Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 08:01 Households are being encouraged to make small changes around the home as the clocks go back this weekend.
People of State Pension age may be due extra benefits, discounts or payments Daily Record By: reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Linda Howard) 23 October 2026 at 04:30 Older people receiving the State Pension may also qualify for extra financial support, discounts and help with everyday living costs.