As of May 2025, the UK government continues to provide targeted cost of living assistance to support vulnerable households amid ongoing economic pressures. The £650 Cost of Living Payment is a key component of this support. It is aimed at helping low-income individuals and families deal with the rising cost of energy, food, and essential … Read more
In May 2025, the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is distributing a £450 Cost of Living Payment to eligible households. This payment is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to alleviate the financial strain caused by inflation, energy price fluctuations, and general cost increases across the country. Unlike one-off grants of the past, … Read more
The smart motorway closure UK 2025 marks a significant policy shift by the Department for Transport (DfT) and National Highways, aimed at improving road safety across England’s motorway network. Beginning July 2025, several smart motorways—including controversial “all-lane running” routes—will be deactivated, with many either permanently removed or modified to reinstate hard shoulders. This move follows … Read more
As of May 2025, the UK government has rolled out a comprehensive overhaul of the Housing Benefit system, marking one of the most significant updates in over a decade. These changes aim to streamline processes, improve access, and tighten oversight, especially in light of increased pressure on public spending and the rise in rental costs … Read more