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Sally Donald quit as an SNP candidate on Wednesday

Swinney only aware of SNP candidate benefits probe 'in recent days'

Social Justice Secretary Shirley Anne-Somerville and First Minister John Swinney

Exclusive Fewer than 1% of disability benefit claims are independently assessed

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Scottish Labour MPs angry as Waspi compensation denied for second time

Social Security Scotland is based as Agnes Husband House in Dundee

Exclusive 'Staggering' staffing levels at Scotland's benefits agency revealed

Christmas and New Year bank holidays can shift DWP and HMRC benefit payment dates (Photos: Getty Images/Pexels)

Your guide to early or adjusted benefit payments this Christmas

Another free way to keep children entertained is be heading to the Scottish Parliament for their drop-in Crafternoon sessions. Held during recess, there are a variety of themed craft sessions on offer daily from badges to origami.

SNP minister grilled over failed pledge to 'vulnerable' Scots

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Scam alert as fake DWP texts target over-60s over Winter Fuel Payment

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Urgent DWP warning for over-60s as four key benefits set to be axed

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Early benefit and pension payments for millions ahead of Bank Holiday

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Early Easter benefit payments for 1000s as DWP and HMRC dates moved

Winter Fuel Payment: claims for £300 DWP payment open now

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1000s of UK homes to get £300, air fryers via Household Support Fund

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DWP Christmas Bonus payment dates - and when you'll receive benefits

DWP issues update on 'light touch' PIP reviews that need no assessment

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DWP callers spent over 753 years on hold in 2023/24 - watchdog report

The money will people most in need

Families to get £200 via Household Support Fund - but funds are low

DWP holiday warning to anyone claiming PIP or Universal Credit

Martyn Day MP is pictured at the cost of living event at the Reconnect Regal Theatre in Bathgate.

Linlithgow and East Falkirk MP hails cost-of-living event success

Millions of people in receipt of the State Pension will receive an additional payment over the coming months.

DWP to send out ‘bonus’ payments to millions before Christmas

An open cash register containing pound coins and notes is pictured in a convenience store in London

DWP confirms £300 cost of living payment in update on £94bn support

The next cost of living payments will be paid in autumn 2023 and spring 2024.

Cost of living payment 2023: When will the next instalment be paid?

Michelle Hanney pictured riding a horse. (DWP/SWNS)

‘Disabled’ woman on benefits caught after horse riding photo found

David Linden MP wants to see efforts to get people into work devolved to local councils. Image: Ian Georgeson.

Calls to devolve efforts to get people into work to local councils

Kitted out in just a rucksack and flip flops while carrying a takeaway coffee, the commuter appeared to be grinning at fellow Londoners as he walked through the city naked.

Shock as naked commuter spotted walking through central London

The DWP is set to close 36 ‘temporary’ Jobcentres over the next few months.

Jobcentre closures: DWP to shut 36 sites - see full list

Universal Credit claimants will no doubt want to be aware of the rules for going abroad if they’re going on holiday this summer.

DWP explains rules around Universal Credit and going on holiday

A Martin Lewis fan has claimed £22,000 in free cash after following his advice on Money Saving Expert - and it is thought that more than 21,000 households could be eligible for similar payments after a major change.

Martin Lewis: Fan gets £22,000 in free cash from DWP thanks to tip

The first cost of living payments of 2023 started to hit bank accounts in April in what was a welcome cash boost for millions of Brits amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.

When will the next cost of living payment be paid and who is eligible?

Thousands of pensioners could be missing out on Pension Credit worth £3,500 a year plus the £301 cost of living payment. There are just 10 days left to apply - check if you’re eligible and how to make a claim.

Pensioners have 10 days left to apply for boost worth £3,500 a year

Can benefits or universal credit debt be waived by DWP? Tribunal forces government to release appeal criteria

How to appeal DWP benefits debt repayments - criteria considered

HMRC has confirmed when one million families will receive a £301 cost of living payment (Composite: Kim Mogg / Adobe)

Breaking DWP £310 cost of living payments stopped in abrupt announcement

As the cost-of-living crisis continues, many households are struggling financially

Breaking Cost of living payments will start to land in bank accounts next week

Benefit claimants such as those who receive Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment need to notify DWP if there are changes to their circumstances, which includes going abroad.

Breaking DWP issues holiday warning to Universal Credit and PIP claimants

When the spring Cost of Living payment will hit your bank accounts

Martin Lewis has issued advice as thousands of woman could be owed around £6,000 from the government

Martin Lewis urges women to check for £6,000 pension underpayment

DWP announces plans to close 20 Jobcentres across the UK

Martin Lewis has updated his followers on the £900 cost of living payments for 202 (Photo: ITV)

Martin Lewis predicts when £900 cost of living payments will land

Cold Weather Payment: How to check if you can claim DWP grant

People who claim Universal Credit should be aware of what changes in circumstances they need to report to the DWP

The 21 changes benefit claimants must report to DWP to avoid court

A general view of the Royal Courts of Justice in London.

Benefit claimants could get £1,500 payment if court appeal successful

DWP staff are set to walk out on strike for two weeks over Christmas (Photo: Getty Images)

DWP staff set to strike for two weeks over Christmas

The DWP has revealed when the second cost of living payment will land in Bristol bank accounts.

Update for people who have not received second cost of living payment
The DWP had this message for the millions of people who have not received their £324 payment yet

The cash boost forms the second instalment of the £650 cost of living payment as part of a package of measures announced by the Government earlier this year to help tackle the cost of living crisis.

Second cost of living payment set to hit millions of bank accounts

When will my benefits be paid over Christmas?

When Universal Credit and other benefits will be paid over Christmas

The second cost of living payment is due to land in account from November 8.

DWP confirm when second instalment of £324 will be paid this autumn

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Cost of living: Payments you could get to help with energy bills

A man walks past a sign with the email address of ‘universal credit’ outside a Job Centre.

Universal Credit rule change that impacts thousands explained

DWP issues scam warning to everyone due £326 cost of living payment

Anyone who thinks they have been receiving less state pension than they should can contact the Pensions Service

Ask Jenny Ross: Why was I not entitled to any of my late wife’s hard-earned pens...

Here’s what the £10 payment from ‘DWP XB’ means - and if you have to return it

The SNP has written to Douglas Ross urging him to choose between being an MP and MSP

SNP urge Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross to choose between being an MP and MSP

The Scottish and UK Governments will work together to help give benefit claimants the best experience.

Scottish and UK Governments recommit to work together on benefits policy

Glasgow saw more pre-let activity take place at 177 Bothwell Street during the second quarter.

'Significant' office letting activity bodes well for Scotland's two big cities

Jacqueline Dunn, Unite regional organiser

New support fund for taxi drivers branded ‘farcical’

Pensioners living alone will be eligible for the highest amount of winter fuel allowance

What is the DWP winter fuel allowance, do I qualify and when should I expect it?

Many struggling families are desperately in need of help. Picture: PA

Here’s why action is needed now on Universal Credit - Mark Griffin

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

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