The latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that in July 2022 there were 5.7 million people across the UK receiving financial support through Universal Credit, a benefit intended to help those out of work or on a low income with daily living costs.
That figure is expected to continue to rise following changes to the taper rate and work allowance rule in November 2021 which now means that an estimated 500,000 more people may be eligible for support through Universal Credit or Jobseeker's Allowance.
However, many new and existing benefit claimants may not be aware that they could also be eligible for additional support on top of certain benefits through Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and qualify for a disability premium.
