Benefits

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SNP ministers 'made an announcement without a policy' on two-child cap

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed over half get a boost from having something to look forward to

Having a holiday to aim for is key to mental wellbeing, survey shows

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Child Benefit payments to rise for millions of UK households in April

A group of Bensons workers come together to celebrate the humble yawn

Brits reveal the most awkward moments they have been caught yawning

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Millions receiving Universal Credit can expect increases of £10 soon

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Households across the UK to receive up to £500 in cash support

The challenges to democracy from populism, nationalism and authoritarianism are real, said Henry McLeish in Monday's Scotsman (Picture: Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Readers' Letters: Democracy wasn't all it's cracked up to be

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Young adults aged 18-22 could have £2,000 waiting in a forgotten fund

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set out a ‘new direction for Scotland’ in a speech at Glasgow University

Anas Sarwar suggests Labour would rein in benefits spending

Elon Musk has called for the racist Tommy Robinson to be released from prison

Tories should beware following Elon Musk’s lead Alexander Brown

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DWP could hand out £1000s in Cold Weather Payments this weekend

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The key financial changes and deadlines in January 2025 to be aware of

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The financial help available to households struggling in the New Year

Melrose Abbey remains partially closed to the public given the condition of the building. Campaigners fear the Borders' abbeys could be particularly vulnerable to cuts in maintenance investment being considered by Historic Environment Scotland.

Exclusive Future of Scotland's historic sites at risk as hard 'choices' loom

New Year 2024: all the early DWP and HMRC benefit payment dates

Pensioners must apply for Pension Credit soon to get Winter Fuel aid

The new graphenes improve overall handling and braking -particularly in the wet

Ad Feature UK company introduces new tyre compound that reduces tread wear by 40%

Pensioners must apply BEFORE December 21 in order to be eligible for the Winter Fuel Allowance

Ad Feature Act fast to secure Winter Fuel Payments, pensioners urged

1000s to receive £300 as new Household Support Fund schemes launched

First Minister John Swinney walks alongside Finance Secretary Shona Robison ahead of the Scottish Budget being delivered. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

SNP warned tax rises and cuts needed to pay for scrapping benefit cap

Local councils offering grants of £500 to 1000s of households

A £150m upgrade to an Ayrshire marine yard has been given a boost as it is awarded planning permission, paving the way for increased offshore wind power off the UK’s west coast

£150m plan for one of world's largest energy storage sites at port

"The substantial rise in smart meter interest underscores a growing awareness about energy consumption."

Scotland surge in Smart Meter interest

Scotland may not be able to afford baby boxes for all (Picture: Robert Perry)

Why £3.4bn is not enough to preserve Scotland’s universal benefits Alexandra Colalillo

Some couples have found there can be benefits to a sleep divorce.

Sleep divorce: couples sleep trend and benefits explained

Household Support Fund returns with up to £500 available for families

First Minister John Swinney makes his speech at the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Picture: PA

John Swinney indicates SNP will take action over winter fuel cut

Preston offers a wide selection of craft beers along with a range of wines.

Hospitality ‘on its knees’ if no tax cuts after 'catastrophic' Budget

A letter this week looks at the cuts to the Winter Fuel Allowance for some pensioners.

The new, 'fairer' winter fuel payment promised by Scottish Labour

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New 1,000 home Scottish village embracing 20-minute neighbourhoods

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9 essential financial tasks to do before 2025 - from budgeting to tax

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

The winter fuel payment cut is hitting millions of pensioners

Union threatens legal action over Labour's Winter Fuel Payment cuts

As part of the company’s search, Eurodita’s partnership program is offering several key benefits to potential B2B partners

Ad Feature Leading European timber company seeks B2B partners for UK expansion

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Just days left to apply for energy bill discount - and get £150 cash

Rachel Reeves poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the government's annual Autumn budget to Parliament (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Budget 2024: key takeaways as Reeves unveils £40 billion tax rise

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Energy firm urges Brits to claim Pension Credit and offers winter aid

Ross Kemp has teamed up with Smart Energy GB to help households answer some common questions about smart meters.

More than half of Brits have believed fake news on social media

Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay has criticised SNP government's 'freebie' culture (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

All parties need to reconsider Scotland's 'freebie' culture Scotsman comment

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves

Scotland business leaders issue recruitment freeze alert over Budget

Asad Shamim - crowned Business Leader of the Year at the 2024 British Muslim Award

Business Leader of the Year Asad Shamim shares his strategy to success

Politicians need to turn their words about eradicating child poverty into real action (Picture: Gareth Fuller)

Why Scotland cannot afford to keep one million people in poverty Susan Dalgety

Could savings be impacted by the Labour Government?

Scottish public sector workers hit hardest by tax-free pension cuts

Socrates was forced to kill himself by drinking hemlock in 399BC after being found guilty of 'impiety' and 'corrupting the young' (Picture: Hulton Archive)

Insisting on universal benefits shows we've fallen into Socrates' trap Ian Johnston

The average household bill is set to rise by 149 pounds a year from October, under the energy price cap rise. Picture: PA

Energy bills to rise for millions as Ofgem lifts price cap

New Scottish Conservative party leader Russell Findlay's slogan 'common sense, for a change' could be augmented by a commitment towards smaller government (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

Why new Scots Tory leader Russell Findlay needs to learn from Labour John McLellan

Former Scottish Labour leader Johann Lamont is not afraid to say things we might not want to hear (Picture: Peter Summers)

Johann Lamont is 'saying the unsayable' about universal benefits Scotsman comment

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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

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

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