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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Lamiat Sabin

Millions of DWP benefit claimants could be eligible for £1,500 if court appeal succeeds

PA/Andrew Matthews

Millions of people claiming benefits could get £1,500 in back-dated pay if a court appeal starting next month succeeds.

During the Covid pandemic, Universal Credit (UC) payments were increased by £20 a week.

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