3 July, 2023
3 July, 2023
Views sought on impact of changes implemented today that restrict grant awards to 'basic needs' only and extend restriction on repeat awards to 24 months
30 June, 2023
New report finds that HMCTS's continued underestimation of programme’s complexity means it has struggled to deliver the reforms it promised and meet its deadlines
30 June, 2023
Written answer from Minister highlights that the 65 automations delivered by the service include 'Bundle Builder' and 'Think Secure Chatbot'
30 June, 2023
Proposed changes to Scottish Welfare Fund include introduction of standardised application forms and decision letters and production of clearer guidance on eligibility
29 June, 2023
New guidance advises that those who made a claim for income support on or after 31 January 2011 because of a disability or health condition who were not getting incapacity benefit or SDA at that time may be entitled to a special payment
29 June, 2023
29 June, 2023
Mims Davies adds that there will be a further increase when the Bank of England interest rate rises by 0.5 percentage points or more
29 June, 2023
Responses will inform its assessment of government’s understanding of the full costs and cost savings from implementing LASPO, and its impact on the financial sustainability of the legal aid sector
29 June, 2023
However, Child Support Collection (Domestic Abuse) Act 2023 does not address recommendation from MPs to waive collection fees for parents who have suffered domestic abuse
28 June, 2023
However, Justice Secretary tells MPs that government remains committed to human rights framework that is 'up to date, fit for purpose and works for the British people'
28 June, 2023
New report repeats call for introduction of universal credit 'Essentials Guarantee' in light of finding that more than 11 million people in the UK experienced food insecurity in 2022
28 June, 2023
However, Minister clarifies that only 7 per cent of claims are actually disallowed on the basis of non-return
28 June, 2023
New Scottish Government statistics also highlight that CTR recipients saved more than £800 a year on council tax last year on average, and that almost 60 per cent were in one of the 30 per cent most deprived areas in Scotland
28 June, 2023
Executive agency advises that more than half the complaints were in relation to disability benefits, with 'timescales' being given as the most common reason
27 June, 2023
DWP also confirms that its discovery phase for moving couples in receipt of tax credits onto universal credit is ongoing
27 June, 2023
New research from CPAG also warns that claimants who are entitled to additional elements or exceptions from standard rules, such as those with health conditions or disabilities, carers and care leavers, are more likely to be negatively affected
27 June, 2023
New statutory instrument reflects universal credit changes coming into force from 28 June 2023
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