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How Are ESA Payments Made? 

ESA is usually paid every two weeks directly into an account.

Sounds simple enough. But once you start looking into ESA, a few more questions tend to crop up.

2 weeks ago

How Is State Pension Paid? 

The State Pension is usually paid every four weeks directly into an account. The day it arrives depends on the last two digits of your National Insurance number.

2 weeks ago

Help Paying Rent: Universal Credit, Housing Benefit & Other Support Explained

If you’re struggling to pay your rent, you may be able to get help through Universal Credit, Housing Benefit or additional support from your local council.

2 weeks ago

What Conditions Qualify for PIP? 

If you have a long-term health condition or disability, you may be wondering whether your condition qualifies for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

The important thing to know is there isn’t a set list of conditions that automatically qualify for PIP. Instead, PIP is based on how your condition affects your daily living and mobility.

2 weeks ago

Can You Work While Claiming PIP? 

Yes, you can work while claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP). There’s no set limit on how many hours you can work, and your earnings don’t directly affect how much PIP you receive. 

4 weeks ago

How to Keep Your PIN Safe: 7 Essential Tips 

Your card PIN is an important layer of security that helps protect your money. Keeping it private and making it difficult for others to guess can reduce the risk of your card…

2 months ago

How to Pay by Card Over the Phone

You can pay by debit or credit card over the phone when a business accepts telephone card payments. You’ll usually need your card number, expiry date, CVV/CVC security code and billing address. You should never…

2 months ago

How to Receive PIP Without a Bank Account

If you’re receiving Personal Independence Payment (PIP) — or about to apply — you might be wondering what happens if you don’t have a traditional bank account. The good news is that…

4 months ago

Online Shopping Scams: How To Spot Them, Stay Safe and Get Your Money Back

Online shopping scams trick people into paying for goods that never arrive, or into handing over their card details on fake websites. You may think they’d be easy to spot- but they’re…

7 months ago