As the cost of living crisis exacerbates the financial squeeze many people were already feeling post-lockdown, there are more people than ever who require the Government's help. Bills are rising, are are prices of fuel and property, and it can be a struggle to keep up with payments.
During the earlier stages of the pandemic the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) saw a huge surge in claims for Universal Credit, so much so they told people not to call them, but instead expect a call if they need more information about an application. Last month the Government announced some changes to help ease the cost of living for those in need, but for many people those measures are not enough.
In a bid to make things easier for people relying on Universal Credit during lockdown, our sister title the Daily Record put together a guide on how to apply and how to work out how much you will get. This information has since been updated with the latest from the DWP as of April 2022.
