Benefits News

AARP has released its projection for the 2027 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), ahead of the official announcement scheduled for October 14.

An overhaul of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system is being considered, which could lead to walking aids being offered instead of cash payments. This

Children with a parent receiving benefits are no longer eligible for priority pre-school places, with the Education Authority stating that implementation of thi

Social Security's Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) may increase by 3.5% in 2027, potentially adding about $73 monthly on average, while questions remain about c

A DWP minister has spoken out regarding a major project related to PIP, with claimants expected to receive a message by this Friday as the department works towa

The Social Security Administration has informed a woman that she owes $35,000 due to overpayment and must repay it within 30 days, or her benefits will be cut b

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing calls to change its '3 month' rule concerning a key benefit.

Kemi Badenoch has announced plans to increase UK defence spending to three percent of GDP by the end of the decade, funded by cuts to the benefits bill, putting

During PMQs, Kemi Badenoch criticized Andy Burnham, labeling him a 'spendthrift people-pleaser' for his alleged failure to curb benefits. This accusation comes

New figures reveal that a quarter of a million children in the UK live in households where no one has ever worked, marking the highest level since 2013.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has clarified the rules regarding the Motability scheme, facing calls to expand its reach to more beneficiaries.

A new U.S. survey predicts that employer health costs are expected to increase by an average of 11 percent in 2027, marking the highest rate in decades unless b

A think-tank, the Centre for Social Justice, has recommended docking benefits or evicting families from social housing if their children engage in persistent an

The Chief Minister announced that the government is re-evaluating guarantee schemes to ensure that benefits reach deserving individuals.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has appointed Professor David Strain as its Chief Medical Advisor, who aims to translate evidence into practical impr

An estimated 75 million Americans could see a 3.6% increase in Social Security benefits in 2027 due to a projected 3.5% to 3.6% COLA.

The e-Shram portal has completed five years, registering over 31.89 crore workers. This article provides information on eligibility, benefits, registration proc

Millions on four types of benefits are eligible for £150 cost of living discounts following a bill rise, but some may miss out if they do not take action, as av

The DWP has initiated a campaign requiring pensioners to prove their need for benefits, aiming to reduce 100,000 claims, particularly targeting older Britons re

Canadians are expected to receive government benefit payments in the near future.

New rules published by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will require banks to flag certain accounts receiving three specific benefits for checks.

The Social Security Administration is proposing to reduce annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) by 1 percentage point, starting in December 2027, which coul

A common misconception is causing nearly a million pensioners to miss out on DWP payments, as individuals with over £10,000 in savings may still be eligible for

Unifor and General Motors have reached a tentative labor deal for thousands of auto workers in Ontario, which, if ratified, will improve wages and benefits.