Web: www.dwp.gov.uk

The Department for Work and Pensions is responsible for welfare and pension policy and is a key player in tackling child poverty. It is the biggest public service delivery department in the UK and serves over 20 million customers.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP):

• Promotes opportunity and independence for all through modern, customer-focused services.
• Helps individuals achieve their potential through employment so that they are able to provide for their children and to work and save for secure retirement.
• Works to end poverty in all its forms.