Universal Credit claimants receive 420 boost in Budget as benefit increase confirmed
Labour is lowering the cap on deductions from Universal Credit payments, benefiting 1.2 million households by allowing them to keep more of their benefits.
Labour leadership loses conference vote on winter fuel payments
Labour leadership's defeat on winter fuel payment cuts signifies a growing rift with union priorities.
Labour's benefit fraud crackdown would allow officials to access bank accounts
Labour seeks to combat benefit fraud through legislation enabling banks to share data, claiming it will save £1.6bn over five years.
Who are the seven Labour MPs suspended by Keir Starmer?
Keir Starmer suspends seven Labour MPs for backing amendment to scrap two-child benefit cap.
Universal Credit claimants receive 420 boost in Budget as benefit increase confirmed
Labour is lowering the cap on deductions from Universal Credit payments, benefiting 1.2 million households by allowing them to keep more of their benefits.
Labour leadership loses conference vote on winter fuel payments
Labour leadership's defeat on winter fuel payment cuts signifies a growing rift with union priorities.
Labour's benefit fraud crackdown would allow officials to access bank accounts
Labour seeks to combat benefit fraud through legislation enabling banks to share data, claiming it will save £1.6bn over five years.
Who are the seven Labour MPs suspended by Keir Starmer?
Keir Starmer suspends seven Labour MPs for backing amendment to scrap two-child benefit cap.
Taoiseach says 90 fines for jobless who refuse to engage with employment services is 'common sense'
Payment reductions for jobseekers lacking engagement are now double the previous penalty, demonstrating a stricter enforcement approach in social welfare.
Fines for jobless who refuse to engage with employment services doubled to 90
Heather Humphreys has doubled penalties for unemployed individuals failing to engage with jobseeker services, impacting around 4,000 people this year.
Fine for jobseekers who refuse to engage with employment services to be doubled to 90
The fine for jobseekers not engaging with social services has increased to €90, affecting around 4,000 individuals this year.
Taoiseach says 90 fines for jobless who refuse to engage with employment services is 'common sense'
Payment reductions for jobseekers lacking engagement are now double the previous penalty, demonstrating a stricter enforcement approach in social welfare.
Fines for jobless who refuse to engage with employment services doubled to 90
Heather Humphreys has doubled penalties for unemployed individuals failing to engage with jobseeker services, impacting around 4,000 people this year.
Fine for jobseekers who refuse to engage with employment services to be doubled to 90
The fine for jobseekers not engaging with social services has increased to €90, affecting around 4,000 individuals this year.
Fines for jobless who refuse to engage with employment services doubled to 90
The fine for non-engagement in jobseeker payments has been increased to €90, affecting around 4,000 recipients this year.
Tenant left with 80 a week to live off after landlord refused HAP wins 7,500
Housing assistance claims can lead to discrimination and economic hardship for tenants when landlords refuse to accept support payments.
'Significant decrease' in newly arrived Ukrainians as allowances set to be cut
The Green minister expects a decrease in new arrivals from Ukraine due to the reduction in social welfare payments and the implementation of a time limit on state accommodation.
The Irish government is working on improving the processing of applications for international protection and increasing state-owned accommodation for applicants.
Fines for jobless who refuse to engage with employment services doubled to 90
The fine for non-engagement in jobseeker payments has been increased to €90, affecting around 4,000 recipients this year.
Tenant left with 80 a week to live off after landlord refused HAP wins 7,500
Housing assistance claims can lead to discrimination and economic hardship for tenants when landlords refuse to accept support payments.
'Significant decrease' in newly arrived Ukrainians as allowances set to be cut
The Green minister expects a decrease in new arrivals from Ukraine due to the reduction in social welfare payments and the implementation of a time limit on state accommodation.
The Irish government is working on improving the processing of applications for international protection and increasing state-owned accommodation for applicants.
Election tensions: Taoiseach and Tanaiste were not told of Green Party leader Roderic O'Gorman's push for November date
Party leaders will discuss key legislative priorities before the impending election, focusing on essential bills like the Finance Bill and Social Welfare Bill.
Budget 2025: 250 energy credit and double Child Benefit payment agreed to, while USC to be reduced again
The Coalition plans to implement bonus payments and reduce the USC while targeting housing and support for first-time buyers before the upcoming election.
Election tensions: Taoiseach and Tanaiste were not told of Green Party leader Roderic O'Gorman's push for November date
Party leaders will discuss key legislative priorities before the impending election, focusing on essential bills like the Finance Bill and Social Welfare Bill.
Budget 2025: 250 energy credit and double Child Benefit payment agreed to, while USC to be reduced again
The Coalition plans to implement bonus payments and reduce the USC while targeting housing and support for first-time buyers before the upcoming election.
Daughter of convicted drug dealer John Gilligan wins case over social welfare applications
Tracey Gilligan successfully challenged the Criminal Assets Bureau's handling of her social welfare applications, establishing precedent for fairness in such cases.
Hangzhou NO.1 Social Welfare Institute / UAD GROUP FOUR
The Anle Institute symbolizes the beginning of compassionate government-supported social welfare in Hangzhou.
San Francisco moves 20+ RV residents into permanent housing
The implementation of parking restrictions led to stable housing for RV residents like the Rosales family, highlighting the positive impact of social support.
Hangzhou NO.1 Social Welfare Institute / UAD GROUP FOUR
The Anle Institute symbolizes the beginning of compassionate government-supported social welfare in Hangzhou.
San Francisco moves 20+ RV residents into permanent housing
The implementation of parking restrictions led to stable housing for RV residents like the Rosales family, highlighting the positive impact of social support.
Pressure mounts on Rachel Reeves to drop dangerous' 1.3bn cut to benefits for disabled
Rachel Reeves faces pressure to reconsider £1.3bn cuts to disability benefits affecting 420,000 vulnerable people, as major policy reconsiderations are urged.
Time is ticking for Labour to scrap the two-child limit and then make Britain a welcoming place for children again | Polly Toynbee
Removal of the two-child benefit cap could significantly reduce child poverty and is a cost-effective solution for the government.
'Baby boost' 420 Child Benefit to be paid for babies born in December this year
The Budget announces a triple child benefit for babies born after January 1, 2025, ensuring December births also qualify for financial support.
Labour urged to U-turn on scrapping universal winter fuel payment
Reassessing the winter fuel payment policy is crucial as rising energy prices threaten the financial stability of vulnerable pensioners.
Pressure mounts on Rachel Reeves to drop dangerous' 1.3bn cut to benefits for disabled
Rachel Reeves faces pressure to reconsider £1.3bn cuts to disability benefits affecting 420,000 vulnerable people, as major policy reconsiderations are urged.
Time is ticking for Labour to scrap the two-child limit and then make Britain a welcoming place for children again | Polly Toynbee
Removal of the two-child benefit cap could significantly reduce child poverty and is a cost-effective solution for the government.
'Baby boost' 420 Child Benefit to be paid for babies born in December this year
The Budget announces a triple child benefit for babies born after January 1, 2025, ensuring December births also qualify for financial support.
Labour urged to U-turn on scrapping universal winter fuel payment
Reassessing the winter fuel payment policy is crucial as rising energy prices threaten the financial stability of vulnerable pensioners.
A kitchen staffed by trans women is a refuge for Mexico City's LGBTQ+ community
Casa Lleca's community kitchen offers employment opportunities to transgender women and supports the local area through a collaborative culinary initiative.
Universal Basic Income: American Dream or Pipe Dream?
Universal Basic Income aims to provide financial freedom for citizens to meet basic needs and pursue personal interests.
13 countries with active universal basic income and guaranteed basic income programs
Universal basic income programs provide flexibility for individuals to manage their financial needs, differing from focused government assistance programs.
Countries like Canada and India are actively experimenting with UBI initiatives to support specific demographics.
Universal basic income: What UBI is, how it works, how it would affect the economy, and what supporters and critics say
Universal basic income (UBI) is gaining global traction, primarily aimed at reducing poverty through cash payments without conditions.
Free money, less income: study finds no-strings cash leaves the poor worse off
A new study on universal basic income shows recipients had less money despite receiving free cash.
Universal Basic Income: American Dream or Pipe Dream?
Universal Basic Income aims to provide financial freedom for citizens to meet basic needs and pursue personal interests.
13 countries with active universal basic income and guaranteed basic income programs
Universal basic income programs provide flexibility for individuals to manage their financial needs, differing from focused government assistance programs.
Countries like Canada and India are actively experimenting with UBI initiatives to support specific demographics.
Universal basic income: What UBI is, how it works, how it would affect the economy, and what supporters and critics say
Universal basic income (UBI) is gaining global traction, primarily aimed at reducing poverty through cash payments without conditions.
Free money, less income: study finds no-strings cash leaves the poor worse off
A new study on universal basic income shows recipients had less money despite receiving free cash.
Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know
The budget aims to address cost of living with significant social welfare increases and tax reforms ahead of the general election.
Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know
The €8.3bn Budget focuses on tax cuts and social welfare increases ahead of the election.
Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, a 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know
The coalition presents an €8.3bn budget featuring tax cuts, welfare hikes, and initiatives to alleviate cost-of-living pressures ahead of the general election.
New parents in line for 15-a-week boost, two 125 energy credits before Christmas and cigarettes to rise by 1 in Budget 2025
The Budget aims to significantly support new parents and enhance social welfare payments amidst rising living costs.
Two 125 energy credits to be deducted from electricity bills this year; cigarette prices set to increase in latest Budget 2025 moves
A €2bn cost of living package will include social welfare increases and tax cuts to combat inflation.
Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know
The budget aims to address cost of living with significant social welfare increases and tax reforms ahead of the general election.
Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know
The €8.3bn Budget focuses on tax cuts and social welfare increases ahead of the election.
Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, a 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know
The coalition presents an €8.3bn budget featuring tax cuts, welfare hikes, and initiatives to alleviate cost-of-living pressures ahead of the general election.
New parents in line for 15-a-week boost, two 125 energy credits before Christmas and cigarettes to rise by 1 in Budget 2025
The Budget aims to significantly support new parents and enhance social welfare payments amidst rising living costs.
Two 125 energy credits to be deducted from electricity bills this year; cigarette prices set to increase in latest Budget 2025 moves
A €2bn cost of living package will include social welfare increases and tax cuts to combat inflation.
Budget 2025 Key Dates: When will double Child Benefit land, when will fuel and cigarettes rise?
The €2.2bn cost-of-living package includes immediate tax increases and forthcoming support payments for families, set to roll out over the coming months.
What would the opposition parties have given you in Budget 2025 if they were in government?
Opposition parties are focusing on housing, childcare affordability, and various welfare measures in their alternative budgets.
Two 125 energy credits to be deducted from electricity bills this year; cigarettes look set to rise by 1 in latest Budget 2025 moves
A significant cost of living package aims to relieve financial pressures through tax adjustments and social welfare increases.
Budget 2025 Key Dates: When will double Child Benefit land, when will fuel and cigarettes rise?
The €2.2bn cost-of-living package includes immediate tax increases and forthcoming support payments for families, set to roll out over the coming months.
What would the opposition parties have given you in Budget 2025 if they were in government?
Opposition parties are focusing on housing, childcare affordability, and various welfare measures in their alternative budgets.
Two 125 energy credits to be deducted from electricity bills this year; cigarettes look set to rise by 1 in latest Budget 2025 moves
A significant cost of living package aims to relieve financial pressures through tax adjustments and social welfare increases.
What would the opposition parties have given you in Budget 2025 if they were in government?
Sinn Féin and the Social Democrats prioritize housing and social welfare in their alternative budgets, proposing significant increases in home construction and childcare affordability.
420 'baby boost' for parents of newborns and 15 weekly increase in maternity, paternity benefits in Budget 2025
The Green Party has settled for a €420 payment to support new parents, effective January 1.
New parents to benefit from increased allowances and one-time double payments in November and December.
'I think there's a bit of mischief going on' -Micheal Martin says rumour of 15 pension hike is 'spin'
Micheál Martin disputed claims of a potential €15 pension rise, asserting the agreed increase is only €12, and emphasized no official discussions suggested otherwise.
Budget win for pensioners as Heather Humphreys seeks 15 a week pension increase, while pushing back on Jobseeker's rise
The government is planning a significant pension increase while limiting hikes for jobseekers, indicating a shift in welfare policy priorities.
420 'baby boost' for parents of newborns and 15 weekly increase in maternity, paternity benefits in Budget 2025
The Green Party has settled for a €420 payment to support new parents, effective January 1.
New parents to benefit from increased allowances and one-time double payments in November and December.
'I think there's a bit of mischief going on' -Micheal Martin says rumour of 15 pension hike is 'spin'
Micheál Martin disputed claims of a potential €15 pension rise, asserting the agreed increase is only €12, and emphasized no official discussions suggested otherwise.
Budget win for pensioners as Heather Humphreys seeks 15 a week pension increase, while pushing back on Jobseeker's rise
The government is planning a significant pension increase while limiting hikes for jobseekers, indicating a shift in welfare policy priorities.
'A bit of support before Christmas is a big help' - says Heather Humphreys ahead of Tuesday's Budget
Child benefit is a priority, with focused measures planned to support families in the upcoming budget.
Over 400,000 households to receive fuel allowance payments this week
The Fuel Allowance supports eligible households with winter heating costs, providing €924 over 28 weeks for those aged 70 and older or on long-term welfare.
Chinese grumble about Beijing's decision to hike the retirement age: 'I'll just have to bear the three extra years of work'
China plans to raise retirement age to address an aging population and economic concerns, starting gradual increases in 2025.
Scotland's struggle to tackle poverty while cutting services
The Scottish government's efforts to eradicate child poverty face significant challenges due to announced spending cuts and budgetary pressures.
Bernie Sanders Touts Populist Vision at the DNC
Senator Sanders advocates for a populist, worker-oriented Democratic vision prioritizing social welfare and government accountability, criticizing the influence of wealth in politics.
Chinese grumble about Beijing's decision to hike the retirement age: 'I'll just have to bear the three extra years of work'
China plans to raise retirement age to address an aging population and economic concerns, starting gradual increases in 2025.
Scotland's struggle to tackle poverty while cutting services
The Scottish government's efforts to eradicate child poverty face significant challenges due to announced spending cuts and budgetary pressures.
Bernie Sanders Touts Populist Vision at the DNC
Senator Sanders advocates for a populist, worker-oriented Democratic vision prioritizing social welfare and government accountability, criticizing the influence of wealth in politics.
Building the next generation of digital public services | Computer Weekly
Governments should improve public access to digitized services and share existing data to reduce administrative burdens and enhance support for vulnerable populations.
How a Sam Altman-backed study into guaranteed income was widely misinterpreted
Guaranteed income initiatives can promote financial stability and personal agency despite misconceptions about laziness and productivity.
Insights gleaned from identifying biases in reporting on guaranteed income studies are vital for understanding their true impacts.
San Quentin Program Helps Incarcerated People Find Their Voice | KQED
Incarcerated individuals in California, led by a former doctor, are influencing policy by sharing personal narratives to address major social issues.
Public service legacies of two Ithaca women preserved in statues | Cornell Chronicle
The unveiling of statues of Frances Perkins and Lucy Brown celebrates their contributions to social welfare and community development.
Independent TD Marc MacSharry says Ukrainian refugees get 'favouritism' over Irish people in back-to-work schemes
Irish citizens face longer waiting times than Ukrainian refugees for community employment schemes, which is seen as discriminatory by TD Marc MacSharry.
Birmingham gave single mothers $375 monthly for a year, no strings attached. Participants felt more financially stable, but 'losing the money hurt.'
The Birmingham basic income program supported single mothers, enhancing their financial stability during the pilot, but many faced hardships once it ended.
Dutch city pilots radical debt cancellation scheme for poor families
Arnhem city is canceling debts of the poorest families to break the downward spiral and provide a fresh start.
Birmingham gave single mothers $375 monthly for a year, no strings attached. Participants felt more financially stable, but 'losing the money hurt.'
The Birmingham basic income program supported single mothers, enhancing their financial stability during the pilot, but many faced hardships once it ended.
Dutch city pilots radical debt cancellation scheme for poor families
Arnhem city is canceling debts of the poorest families to break the downward spiral and provide a fresh start.
Government anti-poverty programs are now big business for private-sector middlemen, leading to industries dependent on poverty for their business model.
Tories' 14 years in power will be remembered for Brexit, cuts and chaos
Austerity measures under Conservative rule had a significant impact on the UK economy and welfare system.