The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that more Tax Credit claimants will be asked to claim Universal Credit from April as the UK Government expands the migration of legacy benefit claimants to the modern benefit system.
DWP said that by migrating to Universal Credit, claimants will continue to receive the benefit they are entitled to through a future-proofed modern benefits system. Universal Credit provides a vital safety net for millions of people every year, enabling them to support themselves and their families through its online digital system which allows claimants to access their benefits more easily and quickly amend their claim to reflect a change in their circumstances.
DWP also said that in most cases, individuals will be better off financially following a move from legacy benefits to Universal Credit. However, where someone’s entitlement to Universal Credit would be lower than their legacy benefits entitlement, in the vast majority of cases, they will receive a top-up payment known as Transitional Protection.
