Monthly Archives: October 2014
Changes proposed to Universal Credit in Northern Ireland
While there are many challenges being faced by people in poverty as a result of the Universal Credit, two of the biggest include the delay in receiving payments as well as an increasing number of…
Child poverty rates scheduled to increase
Since 2010, over 300,000 more children are now considered to be living in households that are in poverty, and the total number across the UK now stands at almost 3.5 million. This means that the…
Rejected borrowers are turning to multiple payday lenders
Even when a person has been rejected by one payday lender for a loan, they are just turning to another in order to get the money they need. This is becoming an increasing problem as…
Payday loan brokers under fire for lead generation
Some desperate borrowers think they are doing the right thing by shopping around for the best payday loan rate. They often seek these loans as a seemingly preferred option to the late fees they face…
Southwark Council unlawful eviction amounted to civil conspiracy
The High Court ruled that housing officers with Southwark Council engaged in despicable behaviour in their attempt to cover their tracks following an unlawful eviction. Housing officers were blamed for a civil conspiracy, though the…
Housing benefit fraud increased 50 per cent last three years
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is under fire for allowing housing benefit fraud to proliferate for the past three years. At issue is the overpayments that have occurred on such a massive scale that it…
Single people left out when seeking housing assistance
Single people across England are being overlooked from their local councils when it comes to getting help. Those that are homeless are not a priority when it comes to placement into temporary accommodations or when…
Lack of internet for disabled can impact access to benefits
A large number of disabled people in Wales do not have internet access, and this can impact their ability to keep in contact with friends, family, and even do things such as applying for the…
Illegal evictions target of Shelter Scotland campaign
Illegal evictions in Scotland cost hundreds of families their homes every year. The victimisation of poor tenants is being targeted by Shelter Scotland in a national campaign that launches today. The primary effort is to…
Christmas may difficult for Universal Credit claimants in East Lancashire
Local councils and MPs across East Lancashire are concerned that families on a low income will not have a festive Christmas season. With the Universal Credit going into effect during late October through November, many people…