New data from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has revealed that in June 2022 there were approximately 5.6 million people throughout Scotland and the UK claiming Universal Credit.
The benefit is for people out of work or on a low income to help them with day-to-day costs. With the cost of living crisis continuing to worsen and UK inflation surging to a 40-year high, households across the UK are struggling financially.
Many people attempting to cut back on costs to ensure they can pay their bills may be unaware that they could qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The DWP benefit can be claimed for around 550 health conditions and disabilities.
