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DWP Debt Collection Powers Starting October | Leicester News
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- Jun 29, 2026
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Summary
Starting October 2026, the Department for Work and Pensions is launching a new “last resort” crackdown on unpaid benefits — directly deducting debts from your bank account and even seizing driver’s licenses in extreme cases. Targeting those behind on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or ESA, the government claims this is about fairness and accountability, while still offering repayment plans — but warning that refusal to pay will lead to serious consequences. You can check your debt and set up payments via their online portal, where benefit amounts will be reduced until the balance is cleared. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6e60326010e4f6ae