MORE than a third of us are worried about the cost of Christmas this year. A nationwide poll found the average cost of festivities will be around £700, although a fifth said they will likely fall into debt to afford it, Skipton Building Society reports. 9 More than a third of us are worried about… … Read more
The GOVERNMENT has issued a reminder that to ensure no one is left short over Christmas and New Year will be made earlier. Households on Universal Credit, child benefit and tax credits are among those affected. 2 The DWP has revealed the changes that have been made to benefit payment dates… DWP issues timetable that reveals changes to benefit payment dates including Universal … Read more
SCOTS pensioners are being urged to take action with the deadline for up to £300 of energy bill support approaching. OAP’s have less than a week to apply for Pension Credit, qualifying them to receive the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment (PAWHP). 2 Pensioners in Scotland have less than a week… Urgent deadline for Scots … Read more
THOUSANDS can expect to see their benefit payments land earlier than usual next week. Households on Universal Credit, child benefit and tax credits are among those affected. 1 Thousands of benefits are being issued early next weekCredit: Alamy The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)… Full list of benefits including Universal Credit paid EARLY next week …C0NTINUE READING >>>>
MUM Eloise King is worried she might have to cancel Christmas this year as she doesn’t have a penny left after bills. The 22-year-old single parent to Jude, 3, and Olivia, 2, lives in two-bedroom council house paying £550 rent in Whitstable, Kent. 7 Eloise King is worried she might have to… I’m on Universal … Read more
HOUSEHOLDS claiming benefits such as Universal Credit and PIP can expect to be paid early this month because of the Christmas holidays. This type of financial support is usually paid once a month, but Bank Holidays such as Christmas Day can disrupt the schedule. 1 The festive period disrupts the… Exact date Universal Credit and … Read more
Hard-up households have just one day to apply for bill support worth £225 …C0NTINUE READING HERE>>> HARD-UP households have just one day left to apply for a free cash grant to help with energy bills and other costs. Cash-strapped families can get access to the money through the government’s Household Support Fund (HSF). 1 Close-up as … Read more
Three ways to cut down on Christmas costs with DIY greeting cards …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> GREETING cards are a lovely gesture at Christmas – and they’re even better with a personal touch. If you want to send a special note this festive season, here’s how to keep costs down . . . GET PERSONAL: Many retailers have … Read more
Warning for tens of thousands on benefits forced to repay £251.7million due to ‘cliff edge’ rules …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> DEBT accrued by households claiming Carer’s Allowance has reached a staggering £251.7million. The mounting pile of money owed has soared by £151.7million from £100million just six years ago, according to new figures from The National … Read more
All the extra state pension payments landing in bank accounts this month worth up to £465 …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> STATE Pensioners could be in line for a windfall worth up to £465 this month. The cash comes via the Winter Fuel Payment, Cold Weather Payments and Warm Home Discount. 1 State pensioners could be … Read more