Feb. 20, 2026
UCL Covid Settlement – Thousands to Share £21 Million Payout
Thousands of former students are set to receive compensation after University College London agreed to a £21 million settlement linked to disruption during the Covid
Feb. 19, 2026
DWP Cold Weather Payments Update – Nearly 1.5 Million Paid but One Million Pensioners Missing Out
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that nearly 1.5 million households across England and Wales have received Cold Weather Payments so far this
Feb. 18, 2026
DWP Targeted Case Reviews – Expanded Benefit Checks and Evidence Requirements
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed it is expanding targeted case reviews for certain benefit claimants. As part of these checks, individuals may
Feb. 17, 2026
Universal Credit Set to Rise by £760 as DWP Rolls Out Major Welfare Reform
For millions of households across the UK, even modest changes to Universal Credit can have a direct impact on monthly budgeting. The government has now
Feb. 16, 2026
Electric Car Road Pricing – Some Drivers Could Pay £156.51 More Under New 3p Per Mile Rule
A proposed 3p-per-mile charge for electric vehicles could see some drivers paying an additional £156.51 per year when the scheme is introduced in April 2028,
Feb. 16, 2026
DWP PIP Eligibility – Which UK Areas Qualify for Personal Independence Payment
Thousands of people across the UK may be eligible for Personal Independence Payment but remain unaware of key requirements, including where they must live to
Feb. 15, 2026
DWP Expands Anti-Fraud Powers to Check Employment and Bank Data
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been handed new anti-fraud powers – and they’re significant. Under newly passed legislation, officials can now take
Feb. 15, 2026
DWP Winter Fuel Payment Deadline 2026 – What Pensioners Need to Know
Thousands of pensioners are being reminded to check whether they need to act before the Winter Fuel Payment deadline on 31 March 2026. While most
Feb. 14, 2026
NS&I Premium Bonds – Provider Confirms Rollout of New Service Amid Modernisation Review
National Savings and Investments, the Government-owned provider of Premium Bonds, has confirmed the rollout of a new mobile app service as part of its wider
Feb. 14, 2026
UK Bank Branch Closures 2026 – Full List for Lloyds, Halifax and NatWest
Several major UK banks have confirmed further branch closures scheduled for 2026. Lloyds Bank, Halifax and NatWest have each outlined plans affecting locations across England,
Feb. 13, 2026
Expert Warns Buying a Home Too Early May Be Young People’s Biggest Money Mistake
A prominent financial educator has cautioned that many young people may be slowing their path to financial independence by purchasing a home too early. JL
Feb. 13, 2026
Smart Meter Reminder – Ofgem Urges Customers to Take Readings on Moving Day
Households supplied by OVO, E.on Next, Octopus Energy, British Gas and Scottish Power are being advised to take a gas and electricity meter reading on
