Tag Archives: Benefits
Some key points from the 2015 summer Budget
A budget full of implications for the voluntary sector from the NCVO As expected, the chancellor announced a slew of welfare changes to reach his £12bn target, many of which had been anticipated or announced in advance. Analysis of their cumulative … Continue reading
Disability poverty rises
Disability poverty rose sharply in fourth year of coalition, by John Pring on July 3, 2015 in on Disability News Service The proportion of disabled people living in poverty rose sharply in the fourth year of the coalition government, according … Continue reading
Back to work & money advice event Pensarn Conwy 12 March
Work it out! Come along to this fun, free drop in event to find out all there is to know about finding work and sorting out your money. Canolfan Dewi Sant, South Parade, Pensarn, (Abergele) Conwy LL22 7RG Thursday 12th … Continue reading
DWP jobseeker’s agreement found unlawful
Judge brands DWP jobseeker’s agreement ‘unlawful’, after action by disabled claimant [Disability news service report 14 Nov 2014] A judge has told the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) that part of the agreement signed by out-of-work benefit claimants does … Continue reading
DWP visit benefits claimants unnanounced
Benefits & Work July newsletter reports: An unexpected knock at the door. Someone standing there with an ID card claiming they have come to check if you are getting the correct benefits and could they please come in? What do … Continue reading
Mentally ill benefits to be cut?
Tories discuss stripping benefits claimants who refuse treatment for depression according to the Daily Telegraph. Senior ministers now believe the rules should be reviewed in order to reduce the “huge” numbers of people who are declared unfit for work due … Continue reading
Benefits overview 2014-15
Social Welfare Training have produced a poster giving an overview of Benefits and their weekly rates. Poster main points State Retirement Pension is being uprated by 2.7% in line with the government’s “triple lock” commitment. the Standard Minimum Guarantee in … Continue reading
Importance of medical evidence for benefits claims
Action for ME has produced a factsheet to help GPs understand why their medical evidence is so important in supporting benefits claims and appeals. If your practice is reluctant to provide such information or makes a substantial charge for it, consider giving … Continue reading
Welfare Benefit Changes Roadshow 25 June
Free events are being held for disabled people and their families to help you understand the changes to welfare benefits and know your rights: Tuesday 25 June 2013 Bangor Wednesday 3 July Newport FULLY BOOKED Thursday 18 July Newtown The … Continue reading
Prepare for work or lose your benefits
The Telegraph reports on UK government plans to be introduced from 2013 where anyone claiming Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) because they are ill will face sanctions if they do not take steps to prepare for work. They will be … Continue reading
