The DWP says you could be taken to court or have to pay a penalty if you give wrong information or do not report a change in your circumstances

John Bailey stood as a Reform UK candidate in County Durham at the May elections

More pensioners will get either £200 or £300 to help towards heating bills this winter after Chancellor Rachel Reeves changed eligibility rules

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A fall in the percentage of pupils getting 5 to 9 in their GCSE exams in Gateshead has caused concern among councillors in Gateshead

Newrick Grange, who is known as 'Rob', was found guilty after a trial

Plans for the school were first announced in 2018, with the project hit by a number of delays

Andrew Johnson, 48, later admitted selling the class C drug

Cloud Studio has thanked loyal customers for their support following a suspected arson attack

Applicants who benefit from the changes are currently being identified so the necessary amendments can be made