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The Department for Work and Pensions is cracking down on welfare debt with new powers starting October 2026 — including driving bans, direct bank account deductions, and court-ordered license revocations for those who can pay but won’t. While aimed at stopping deliberate evasion and protecting taxpayers, the government says they’ll still offer help to those who genuinely can’t afford to pay — but you’ve got four months to respond if you receive new debt notices or risk harsher penalties. Bans won’t apply to debts under $1,000 or if your license is essential for work or care — and repayment plans can suspend any ban. The DWP also connects people with free debt advice.

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