SEISS: Are YOU one of 600,000 people now eligible for SEISS grant 4? Eligibility explained
SEISS grant four will soon be available to claim, so who is eligible for the latest instalment of the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme? Daily Express :: Finance Feed
PIP claimants can have their council tax halted or reduced – eligibility rules explained
PIP, OR Personal Independence Payment, provides support for the costs associated with long-term ill-health or disability. Additionally, extra support can be provided through reductions in road tax bills, travel discounts and council tax. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
Universal Credit: Employment and self-employment impacts Cold Weather Payment eligibility
UNIVERSAL CREDIT is the six-in-one benefits system which is intended to help people who are on a low income or out of work with their living costs. As well as the monthly payment, it may be it unlocks further support. For some claimants, this includes the Cold Weather Payment. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
State pension claimants may get over £2,000 in additional payments – eligibility explained
STATE pension payments are dependent on National Insurance records, with at least 10 years needed to receive any income in retirement and 35 years to get “full” payments. However, where a person can’t receive National Insurance contributions due to unemployment or raising a child, credits can be received which can boost income down the line. […]
PIP: Claims may be affected by disability living allowance – rules & eligibility explained
PIP, OR Personal Independence payment, is a state benefit designed to help those struggling with certain health conditions or disabilities. PIP has largely replaced Disability Living Allowance but the old legacy benefit may still impact claimants. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
State Pension UK: Some pensioners may miss out on Winter Fuel Payment – check eligibility
STATE PENSION payments provide millions of Britons with vital support throughout their retirement. While many will find they are entitled to a Winter Fuel Payment, some may unfortunately miss out. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
ISA rates: The account that’s seen an interest rate increase – details on eligibility
ISA and savings accounts are struggling at the moment as interest rates remain at near zero levels. Despite this, at times savers may be able to find some good news in the savings market and new analysis from moneyfacts.co.uk has revealed an account which has actually been boosted in recent days. Daily Express :: Finance […]
NatWest launches new savings account offering a 3% interest rate – eligibility explained
NATWEST is launching a new savings account with a three percent interest rate, which the bank claims is the highest rate to be introduced this year. The account has been designed to help customers get into a savings habit, regardless of the size of their pot. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
State pension UK: Winter Fuel Payment qualifying week starts today – eligibility explained
STATE pension claimants may be able to receive a Winter Fuel Payment of between £100 and £300 to help pay for heating bills. To be eligible for this payment, a person must adhere to a “qualifying week” rule which starts from today. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
Pilot Program Would Ease Free Lunch Eligibility, Summer Meals
The Obama administration is planning to announce a new pilot program in an effort to help poor children have better access to food through the National School Lunch Program. States who choose to participate in the pilot program will be able to use Medicaid data to automatically certify students for free and reduced-price lunch programs. […]