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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Holly Patrick

Martin Lewis warns millions on Universal Credit could be blocked from switching bank accounts

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to up to 8.3 million people on Universal Credit (UC), who he says may be effectively blocked from switching bank accounts.

The MoneySavingExpert founder has written to Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden, urging the government to investigate.

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