TV money saving expert Martin Lewis has taken to social media with some ‘hard comments’ about the government's cost of living payment support scheme, which first dates have been announced today (March 27). Mr Lewis spoke out after people took aim at those who are receiving the first £301 payment from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP).
The DWP today confirmed that many people on benefits including Universal Credit will receive the money, which is aimed at helping the poorest in society survive the cost of living crisis. It comes as inflation has seen prices of essential items like food, fuel and power soar.
Mr Lewis spoke out after some criticised the awards - and he said it’s not about criticising others, and reminded his audience on Twitter that many people on Universal Credit work. He said: “A few hard comments about the benefits cost of living payments. Remember 40% of people on UC work. Many who don’t are due to disability, illness, caring responsibility.
