People on Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will see a small payment increase from next month. Claimants will also have a temporary change of payment date, due to the Easter holiday.
With the start of the 2022/23 financial year, the changes will take effect from April 6. Those on a low income, out of work, or unable to work, are able to claim Universal Credit, while people who need assistance with living costs due to living with a health condition or disability, get help via the PIP.
Both payments are vital for millions of people, and understanding the increases and payment changes is key for many to ensure their budget is balanced and they have enough money to get by. The big change for UC and PIP payments in April is the impact of the Easter bank holidays, which may well have an impact on when a person will receive their monthly payments.
