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Surge in young people declaring disability in England and Wales

Increase comes after 2021 census included mental health in its question about disability for first time

The Guardian - UK

Fall in disabled older people in census data ‘could be due to pandemic’

The ONS noted that disabled people were at greater risk of death during the pandemic, which could have led to fewer disabled people in the population.

The Independent UK

Millions in line for DWP £900 Cost of Living payment that could start landing next month

Those claiming certain benefits are in line for the financial boost

Nottingham Post

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New benefits for people of State Pension age and unpaid carers to launch over next two years

Timetable announced for Carer Support Payment, Pension Age Disability Payment and Pension Age Winter Heating Assistance.

Daily Record

Mama Cax: Who was the model and disability rights activist honoured in today’s Google Doodle?

The Haitian-American beauty was hailed for her work in advocating for inclusive fashion

The Independent UK

DWP confirms over 8m families across UK to receive first £301 cost of living payment this Spring

More than 686,000 households in Scotland will be eligible for the £301 means-tested payment.

Daily Record

15 ways to increase your annual income by up to £3,500 before summer

Quickly check online if you qualify for benefits, a Council Tax Reduction or a TV licence discount.

Daily Record

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Claim PIP for 87 muscle or joint conditions and you could get up to £156 each week

If you are living with any of these musculoskeletal conditions you may be eligible for PIP.

Daily Record

Blunt message after alleged $3.3m NDIS fraud

People thinking of defrauding the National Disability Insurance Scheme have been put on notice with the government keen on a "clean up" following allegations.

AAP

DWP confirms when Ayrshire families will receive £301 Cost of Living payments

The timetable for payments throughout the next year has been revealed.

Daily Record

'I'm not here to write what the government wants and their feel-good stories'

Rachel Charlton-Dailey, Disabled Britain guest editor and columnist for the Mirror, says she refuses to simply write whatever the government asks her to, after questioning a new 'announcement' from Westminster

Daily Mirror

DWP could owe 50,000 disabled people who were moved to Universal Credit money

The revelation comes after a court ruling, in favour of two severely disabled men - who claimed that they were left hundreds worse off after seeing benefit changes

Chronicle Live

Full list of benefits and payments only available to people living in Scotland this year

Check you are claiming all the financial support you are entitled to in 2023.

Daily Record

DWP could owe money to 50,000 disabled people who were moved to Universal Credit

It comes after a court ruled in favour of two severely disabled men, who argued they were left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after their benefits were changed

Daily Mirror

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The National (Scotland)

Delay to benefits powers handover as DWP retain control of disability payments

PLANS to transfer control of some types of benefits to the Scottish Government will be delayed for another three years, it has emerged.

Daily Record

Specific group of people who will not receive new £301 cost of living payment due this Spring

The £900 means-tested cost of living payment will be delivered in three lump sums over the next financial year.

Wales Online

Map shows households across UK that will get £900 cost of living payment

Extra government support is coming to low-income households

Glasgow Live

Glasgow woman with MS calls Scottish Government disability assessment 'cruel'

Catriona Halket, 65, suffers from MS and believes the Government's intoduction of the 20 metre rule could really hamper her sense of independence and leave many feeling vulnerable.

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Daily Record

Claim PIP for any of these gastrointestinal issues and you could be due up to £156 each week

More than 27,800 people are claiming PIP for 25 conditions including Coeliac disease, Crohn’s disease and IBS.

ABC News

Meet the 2023 Trailblazers who are showing that a better regional Australia is possible

A TikTok teacher, a drag king and a pilot are just some of the inspiring young Australians who have won this year’s Heywire Trailblazer competition.

Manchester Evening News

Council Tax discounts explained - including how some households could end up paying none at all

Depending on your unique circumstances, you may be able to avoid the looming council tax increase soon to be enforced

Daily Record

People with long-term health issues could be due up to £627 each month through new payment

Successful claimants will receive between £24.45 and £156.90 each week in financial support.

Manchester Evening News

State Pension claimants could be missing out on £369 monthly payment

Many people don't even realise they are eligible

Nottingham Post

DWP: State Pension claimants could be due up to £369 extra per month and not even realise it

Many do not even realise they could be eligible

Chronicle Live

Universal Credit claimants may be able to boost DWP payments by up to £627 a month

People may qualify for extra financial support if they suffer from illness, disability or mental health issues

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