Millions of households will see their monthly payments increase after Easter 13:53, 31 Mar 2026Updated 13:53, 31 Mar 2026 There is no limit to the number of children you can claim Child Benefit for(Photo: philadendron via Getty Images) Millions of families receiving Child Benefit will see their payments increase from next week, HMRC has announced. … Read more
Latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveal the National Pension currently provides an average income for 13.2 million adults across the country. This payment is available to those who have reached the UK Government’s eligible retirement age, which is currently 66 for men and women, and have made at least 10 … Read more
Microsoft is also attracting the attention of investors with new AI developments, which shows that the company is keeping its pace in the race to dominate artificial intelligence. The latest step is the launch of Explain, a research tool that combines several AI models, including GPT and Claude, to provide reliable and verified answers. This … Read more
Last month, this column helped you pay less tax and even get a refund from HMRC. This month, we look at some of the easiest ways you can increase your income while reducing your day-to-day expenses. Benefits So, let me start by giving you £114.60 a week – around £6,000 a year – tax free … Read more
The 25p ‘age 80’ payment remains fixed at its current rate (Image: Getty) The State Pension paid to people over 80 who retired before 2016 will not increase from April. The State Pension increases at the beginning of each new tax year, on 6 April, in accordance with three keys. The new rates are determined … Read more
Almost two in five people of working age somewhere in the UK claim unemployment benefits, making it the country’s unemployment capital. Overall, more than 38 percent of the population aged 18 to 65 currently receives government assistance. The figures highlight a stark divide in employment opportunities, with thousands relying on benefits among the few. The … Read more
SIR Jacob Rees-Mogg said payments to those on benefits to cover energy price rises are already being included in the benefit increase due on April 1 when tax caps are suspended. Speaking to GB News, Sir Jacob said: “The Chancellor of the Exchequer is insulting those who work and pay tax. “It is now proposed … Read more
John Paul Marks says PIP video tests are being tested Latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) reveals the majority of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments are carried out remotely over the phone. However, under new social welfare reform plans, the number of face-to-face examinations is set to increase from April. Social … Read more