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Easy read: Attendance Allowance

Posted on November 13, 2021November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
13
Nov

This easy read guide explains what Attendance Allowance is and how you can apply for it.

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Welfare benefits

Coronavirus: Withdrawing crisis social security measures

Posted on November 12, 2021November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
12
Nov

The Department for Work and Pensions made a series of changes to the social security system in response to the pandemic. Most have now been withdrawn.

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Winter Fuel Payment statistics

Posted on November 12, 2021November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
12
Nov

Winter Fuel Payment statistics, covering recipient and household data as well as payments in European Economic Area (EEA) countries and Switzerland.

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Employment

Where the burden of proof lies in discrimination claims

Posted on November 11, 2021November 11, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
11
Nov

In light of a recent Supreme Court ruling, Chris Kisby outlines what claimants need to be aware of if they want to bring a case against their employer

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Universal Credit for the self-employed

Posted on November 11, 2021November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
11
Nov

How Universal Credit works if you are self-employed and how to report your self-employed income and expenses to Universal Credit every month.

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Universal Credit and students

Posted on November 11, 2021November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
11
Nov

Universal Credit is a monthly payment to help with your living costs. You may be able to get it if you’re on a low income or out of work. You cannot usually get Universal Credit if you’re studying full-time. There are some exceptions.

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Health and Care

How grief can affect our mental health

Posted on November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
10
Nov

Losing a loved one is devastating, but what is the impact on our mental health? To mark World Mental Health Day, Chris Murray shares his experience. This blog is part five in our Bereavement and Loss series by Adam Land.

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Welfare benefits

Domestic violence and abuse: help from DWP

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
10
Nov

A guide for domestic violence and abuse victims about services from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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Welfare benefits

Coronavirus (COVID-19): what to do if you’re self-employed and getting less work or no work

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
10
Nov

Guidance for people who are self-employed and getting less work or no work because of coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Welfare benefits

Coronavirus (COVID-19): what to do if you’re employed and cannot work

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Wayne Johnson
10
Nov

Guidance for people who are employed and cannot work due to coronavirus (COVID-19).

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