The DWP has addressed concerns about the £10 Christmas Bonus, which hasn’t changed since 1972, despite inflation and rising living costs. DWP Responds to Calls for Increasing £10 Christmas Bonus for Millions London: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has responded to concerns about the £10 Christmas Bonus. This bonus is a one-time payment…
Stockton’s Labour-led council is pushing for a full inquiry into grooming gangs after a Conservative proposal passed, highlighting urgent concerns. Labour Council Calls for Public Inquiry into Grooming Gangs After Tory Vote Stockton: The Labour-led council is making a big move. They want a full public inquiry into grooming gangs. This comes after a Conservative…
Heads up! Social welfare payments are shifting due to the upcoming bank holiday. Here’s what you need to know to avoid any hiccups. Social Welfare Payment Changes: Early Bonuses Due to Bank Holiday Disruptions Galway: There’s a change coming for social welfare payments next week. With the St Brigid’s Day bank holiday on February 3,…
The Tees Valley Combined Authority has nearly completed all recommendations from the Tees Valley Review, showcasing significant progress in governance. Tees Valley Combined Authority Reports Progress on Review Recommendations Teesside: The Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) is making strides. They’ve almost wrapped up the work from the Tees Valley Review recommendations. It’s been nearly a…
The government is set to abolish the means test for Carer’s Allowance, increasing support for caregivers with a €260 weekly payment Social Welfare Changes: All You Need to Know About €260 Weekly Payment as Means Test to Be Abolished Galway: Big news for caregivers! The government just announced plans to scrap the means test for…
Tees Valley Mayor and Labour MPs are at odds over British Steel’s plans, raising concerns about the future of steelmaking in Teesside Politicians Exchange Letters Again Amid Reports of Teesside Steelmaking Plans Being Scrapped Teesside: The local mayor, Ben Houchen, and Labour MPs are trading letters again. This time, it’s about British Steel possibly scrapping…
The DWP reassures that the State Pension won’t be means-tested, easing fears for retirees. DWP Addresses Concerns Over State Pension Means Testing from Former Worker Bedford: A former DWP worker raised concerns about means testing for the State Pension. This worry came after a policy change affecting Winter Fuel Payments. Over 10 million elderly folks…