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Gemma Jones & Charlotte Smith & Abbie Meehan

Five changes hitting DWP benefits including Universal Credit before Christmas

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a number of upcoming developments happening in the run-up to Christmas this year.

The DWP has issued five key updates to benefits coming into force ahead of the big day this year, reports the Liverpool Echo. The changes may impact payments, and how much money people will receive.

The updates include cost of living support grants, tougher work search rules and fast track rules. The changes will affect those on Universal Credit and other DWP benefits.

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