If you’re aged 66 or older and struggling with a long-term illness or disability, you could be entitled to an extra £441 per month through the DWP Attendance Allowance—a benefit designed to support older individuals who need help with personal care. …
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In July 2025, millions of UK pensioners born after 1951 are grappling with two major financial changes that are impacting their retirement income. A combination of contracted-out pension recalculations and the ongoing freeze in the personal tax allowance is reducing take-home pension income for …
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The UK government has officially confirmed that the State Pension age, currently set at 66, will rise to 67 for those born between 1960 and 1965, and further increase to 68 for individuals born after …
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Starting on 1 August 2025, a major shift in the UK’s pension system will be introduced, offering a flat-rate state pension of £549 per week for everyone aged 60 and above. This significant change marks …
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With energy bills staying high and inflation continuing to strain household budgets, the UK government is stepping in once again to support vulnerable citizens. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the October 2025 Cost of Living Payment, …
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The Personal Allowance—the amount of income you can earn tax-free—has been frozen at £12,570 for several years, and is expected to remain at this level until at least 2028. This government freeze, combined with rising inflation and wage growth, has led …
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Starting mid-July 2025, millions of low-income households, pensioners, and disabled individuals across the UK will receive a £250 cost of living payment to help tackle rising inflation and economic pressure. This one-off tax-free support will …
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