More than a fifth of survey respondents were "unaware" they'd be entitled to more benefits if they qualify for Pension Credit ...

At 69, I have worked as an NHS receptionist for 45 years, since I was in my early 20s. I retired a few years ago, but have ...

Daniel Nixon discusses what dentists should be considering for their financial planning when transitioning from NHS to ...

The DWP has issued new guidance on what benefit claimants should do if they are hospitalised this winter, including what to ...

The DWP has confirmed that it is working on a new 'digital channel' for people on disability benefits, other low income ...

GETTING your finances ready for a new year can be hard, especially if you’re on a low income or getting benefits like Universal Credit. There’s extra help for anyone struggling, from ...

Sir Stephen has also clarified why Personal Independent Payments (PIP) may stop when someone goes into hospital and how they will restart once they are discharged. It’s important to be aware that ...

One of the trickiest parts of retirement planning is working out how much to pay into a pension. We explore what to consider ...

The winter fuel payment was introduced by Tony Blair’s government in 1997, and expanded to all pensioners from 2000. The new change will now mean that only those in receipt of pension credit or other ...

However, if you are planning to start your claim over the phone rather than online ... towards NHS medical costs if you get the Guarantee Credit portion. You have to be of state pension age ...

The DWP is urging anyone aged 66 and over to claim Pension Credit, as this will also ensure you receive the Winter Fuel ...