There will be an increase in benefits and pensions from today (Monday, April 11) - but it may actually leave many people across the UK worse off.
While the amount claimants will receive is rising by 3.1 per cent the fact that inflation is increasing means many won't notice any major benefit.
The basic rate of Universal Credit will rise by £10.07 a month while state pensions will increase by £5.55 a week.
