People who claim benefits will see an increase in their payments as of next month. Benefits such as the state pension, Universal Credit and Carer’s Allowance are among those that will see a 10.1% increase in line with inflation.
The decision to raise benefits was announced by the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, in his Budget in November. Speaking at the time, Mr Hunt said he was committed to “protecting the most vulnerable”, with around 10 million households set to benefit from the extra financial support.
As well as the increase, there will be additional support for those who need it most with the likes of the cost of living payments, pensioner winter fuel bonus and disability cost of living payment.
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The price increase is linked to the rate of inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for September 2022 was 10.1% – so benefits will rise by this amount from April 2023.
It is expected that the new rates will begin on April 10, however, when you begin receiving the higher amount will depend on when your payment date falls.
The benefits receiving an increase:
Attendance allowance
Carer’s allowance
Disability living allowance
Employment support allowance
Housing benefit
Income support
Jobseeker’s allowance
Maternity allowance
Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay
Pension credit
Personal independence payment
State pension
Universal credit
Increases will be paid automatically and will continue on the same payment dates as previously. You will never be asked to re-apply or claim increases by DWP.
The Government is warning people to be wary of any texts or emails claiming to be the Department for Work and Pensions. If you have any concerns, get in touch with the Jobcentre or DWP.
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