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Disability money matters
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Wtc to uc future migration why zero uc
Wtc to uc future migration why zero uc Thinking ahead to whenever wtc to u.c. for disabled is implemented, though could be quite some time according to fairly recent mser's advice. I personally had at that point read over more than one source that 2023 was going to migration time. Anyway as UC calculators that I have tried…
PIP telephone assessment
Hi folks, hope everyone is safe and well (as can be). My partner had a PIP assessment arranged but due to the Coronavirus it was cancelled and she was given a date for a telephone consultation instead - for tomorrow!. Since her original application her medical condition has changed and we have new evidence from her health…
Banking support for non-verbal teen
Please can someone help me? My son has Selective Mutism, social anxiety and autism. He is completely able to make banking decisions for himself and has a card account and savings account. Our issues are about contact with the bank. He’s completely unable to speak on the phone and in the branch. This isn’t usually an issue…
NHS charging for CT scan
Hi. Not sure if in right place but am desperate for help. Husband was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer last year and had some emergency treatment with nhs. He has Bupa through work and has drugs through them.He has had regular ct scans at nhs hospital. At last scan we were given a form to give details of Bupa. We have just…
Epilepsy and ppi
I have claimed for pip just over two weeks ago but I have been reading on the internet that the rate of people applying and being successful with this horrible disease is very low. I just wandered if anyone knew of many if any that had been successful. I cannot understand why just because it is a hidden disease the dwp do…
Disability Benefits (after CV)
What will happen to disability benefits when this is all over ?I bet that they will be seen as a simple target for money saving by the government......They can find £0.5T but not a few £100 thousand in normal times...
Disabled support from the Government on Covid 19
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/supporting-disabled-people-through-the-coronavirus-outbreak/supporting-disabled-people-through-the-coronavirus-outbreakSeems to be somewhat of a waste of time, energy and space - it says absolutely nothing useful !
PIP 50% car tax reduction - help!
My OH gets standard PIP mobility which entitles him to a 50% reduction in the cost of car tax. This is now due to be applied for as his tax runs out at the end of the month. I have just checked the DVLA website and it says not to send in any paperwork. How can we get the car taxed without sending in all of the original…
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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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