As the cost of living spikes, more and more people are turning to Universal Credit to top their income.
Throughout the pandemic, a large amount of households found that they needed to make use of the benefit from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and it has acted as a lifeline for a large amount of families. What many might not know is that claiming the payment is a gateway to 30 additional benefits and often freebies, The Daily Express reports.
The benefits could help save you money and include reduced travel, free broadband and Healthy Start Vouchers. You can also get free dental treatment and eye check-ups.
