Millions of people on State Pension, PIP and other benefits due one-off payment before end of this year

New figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) indicate that the number of people of State Pension age or over paying income tax has soared in recent years due to frozen tax thresholds and successive significant increases to the State Pension. The data shows that some 6.7 million people of State Pension age or over were paying income tax as of 2021/22, but that is projected to have risen to 7.1m in 2022/23, 7.9m in 2023/24 and 8.5m in 2024/25 as more pensioners fall into the income tax bracket.

EXCLUSIVE: A revamp of residuals, artificial intelligence provisions and an end to the misuse of “special stipulations” by the American giants lead the British actors union’s claim for its new film and TV agreements with PACT.

Grandparents helping to look after their grandchildren over the summer holidays could get a significant boost to their pension credit.

Amanda Holden, host of the Heart FM Breakfast show, has boldly stated that she believes the British public "don't care" about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The comment comes in response to Graham Norton's insistence that people just want the Sussexes to "live their lives" in their quiet neighbourhood of Montecito, California.

Amanda Holden, Heart FM Breakfast show presenter, has boldly stated the British public "don't care" about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's antics.

Outlander star Nell Hudson, who portrays Laoghaire Fraser in the hit Starz show, has taken to Instagram to thank fans for their well-wishes after she was involved in a road crash.

Sum 41 have announced a handful of 2024 UK and European shows for their final arena tour. Check out more details below.The Canadian rock band – comprised of Deryck Whibley, Dave Baksh, Jason “Cone” McCaslin, Tom Thacker and Frank Zummo – have added a string of UK and EU shows to their farewell ‘Tour Of The Setting Sum’, which will kick off in the Netherlands on October 21.They’ll also make stops in Paris, Budapest and Vienna.

Adam and Ryan Thomas are set to become the nation's new favourite duo, stepping into the limelight with their very own prime-time gameshow on ITV.The charming brothers, who have captured hearts across the UK, are gearing up for a thrilling TV takeover, potentially rivaling the iconic Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly. In an exclusive reveal to the Mirror, Adam, at 35 years young, dishes on this exciting new chapter.The show, intriguingly titled '99 To Beat', will feature a whopping 100 contestants battling it out in a series of nail-biting challenges under the guidance of the dynamic Thomas siblings, who just recently celebrated Ryan's 40th birthday. With each game, the stakes get higher as competitors are knocked out until one victor emerges triumphant.

People Just Do Nothing star Asim Chaudhry has some choice words for the UK’s Conservative government.

Ryan and Adam Thomas, beloved by UK audiences, appear to be poised to take over the prime-time slot currently occupied by Ant and Dec.

The Scottish Government is set to introduce a new devolved, annual heating payment this winter to help more than one million State Pensioners with higher energy bills during the colder months. Pension Age Winter Heating Payment (PAWHP) will be administered and delivered by Social Security Scotland and replace Winter Fuel Payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign is warning those affected by changes to the State Pension age not to be duped by a “deeply concerning” spike in fake compensation claim forms appearing online. WASPI reports that multiple unofficial websites have emerged in recent days, claiming those impacted by short-notice State Pension age increases can claim up to £2,950, depending on their circumstances.

The latest figures from the Scottish Government indicate there are around 850,000 people living in Scotland with some form of hearing loss and of those, 70 per cent are over 70 - some 595,000. Across Great Britain, there are believed to be 12 million adults living with a hearing condition or deafness, however, just 35,633 of them are receiving extra financial support through Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Adult Disability Payment (ADP) or Attendance Allowance.

Co-op is expanding its parcel locker initiative by introducing it to an additional 100 stores, taking the total to over 150 stores expected to have the service in place by the end of the year.

More unpaid carers across Scotland will be able to apply for a new devolved benefit from next week when it launches in three additional council areas. Carer Support Payment is currently available to new claimants living in Dundee City, Perth and Kinross and the Western Isles, however, it will rollout in North and South Lanarkshire and Angus on Monday, June 24.

A scuffle between England and Serbia supporters escalated this afternoon in Gelsenkirchen.

Brian Cox has claimed the SNP has "backed off" from promoting Scottish independence during the general election campaign.

"Got any twin rooms?" It must be the question most frequently asked by friends wanting to enjoy the destinations usually associated with couples and honeymooners. And Verandah in Antigua has got you covered, now offering 44 twin rooms across the resort.They’re spacious, the beds are super comfy and most have a terrace with a sea view. Of course you won’t be spending much time in your room.There are two beach areas, both with white sand and one offering water sports such as paddle boarding and kayaking, and three swimming pools.The party crowd congregates at the main pool, cocktails in hand and enjoying the music.

After an emotional day following the second Trooping the Colour parade of King Charles III ’s reign, it’s a good time to look back at the moments when the cheekiest member of the Royal family, Prince Louis, made us all smile. The event took place on Saturday 15 June in the rain, but the soggy English weather didn’t dampen the spirits of the Prince and Princess of Wales’s youngest son.The six year old travelled in a carriage with his mother, Kate, and two siblings, George and Charlotte, and in typical fashion, stole the show.

She has two Best Actress Oscars and five nominations including one most recently for 2023’s Nyad. She received her first for 1976’s Taxi Driver when she was only 14. Add to these impressive accomplishments, three BAFTA awards, three Golden Globes, and an Honorary Palme d’Or among other accolades and honors. Still it is surprising to note she has never once been nominated for an Emmy for any acting role.