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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Ryan O'Neill & Kieran Isgin

DWP rules for going on holiday and how trip abroad may affect benefits

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a warning for families hoping to go abroad this summer.

Before booking a flight or even heading to the airport, benefit claimants must follow some strict rules or risk losing their claim. This is because benefits such as Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments may be affected if you're not in the country for an extended period of time.

Here's a breakdown of everything you need to know about the DWP's travel rules so you don't risk losing your benefits, Wales Online reports.

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