Britain has turned from a nation of shopkeepers into a nation of shoplifters – and we’re all paying a shocking price
The shoplifting epidemic is at a record high and spans all sections of society. Whether it’s a result of the cost of living, soft protest, self-scan tills or the lack of deterrent, Zoë Beaty says one ...
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Pensioner popped to shop for writing paper but caused scene of total devastation
Michael Jones was heading out for A5 writing paper for his wife from a Ryman when he hit his car's accelerator ...
Nottingham Post5d
DWP PIP payments worth up to £737.20 monthly for people with these common health issues
Recent figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that over 3.6 million people across Great Britain were receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP) as of the end of October.
Leicester Mercury11d
DWP alert over PIP assessments as new rules apply 'in all cases'
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided an update on alterations ... providers will always initially consider the possibility of a paper-based assessment "for all cases".
Coventry Telegraph7d
DWP to 'deduct' Universal Credit when bank balance hits certain amount
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has disclosed the precise amount you can hold in your bank account before Universal Credit deductions are made. When assessing your eligibility for ...
Nottingham Post5d
DWP's PIP payment could be scrapped as major shake-up to disability benefits looms
This consultation comes as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is preparing to unveil its own disability benefit reforms. A Green Paper due this spring is expected to outline the Government ...
Coventry Telegraph5d
DWP PIP reform to be unveiled in weeks as 58% surge in claims sparks major overhaul
Sir Peter has confirmed the timeline for the forthcoming reforms of DWP disability and incapacity benefits, stating: "We have a Green Paper that the Government will be launching on health and ...
Manchester Evening News5d
DWP Universal Credit warning as you could be due refund - how to check
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) says some Universal Credit claimants could be entitled to a refund. Those who received a Hardship Payment from Universal Credit within the period from ...
Daily Express5d
DWP to check bank accounts for £16,000 in savings
New rules to be enacted this year warn people on benefits that the DWP could take money directly from their bank accounts if they have more than £16,000 saved up. The Government has announced a ...
Crime16d
DWP sends state pensioners 'worrying' letter 'missing key information' says ex-minister
Sir Steve Webb said the letters from the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP) do not make clear that repaying the money is voluntary. The DWP overpaid more than £500 million of state pension ...
The Independent3d
DWP benefit cuts could be as much as £5bn under Labour plans
The DWP is set to release a green paper in the coming weeks with more details on their plans. Changes to how people are assessed for health-related benefits remain widely expected, including the ...