State pensioners who've lived in 32 counties may be owed extra state pension

People who have been in any of 32 countries could qualify for an extra state pension from the Department for Work and ...

DWP explains 'streamlined' system to access £4,300 payments

The typical Pension Credit claim is worth £4,300 a year in support, with the benefit potentially including a top-up to your ...

DWP issues update over changes to how people access their benefits

The DWP has spoken about changes in how people apply for their benefits. Bosses from the department spoke to MPs recently about their work, including efforts to get people to apply for the support ...

DWP 'streamlines' complex benefit application process to as few as 35 questions

The DWP has streamlined its Pension Credit application process with the online form now requiring a maximum of 48 questions, down from 243 on the paper form ...

DWP responds to being accused of 'withholding data' for thousands of claimants

The Department for Work and pensions (DWP) has been accused of failing to provide crucial information leading to people missing out on payments. Consumer advocates spoke to MPs about their concerns ...