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DWP to hammer up to 900,000 people with benefit freeze as they move to Universal Credit

Up to 900,000 of the 2.6m ‘legacy’ households will be worse off long-term under UC, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has admitted

Chronicle Live

DWP to hammer up to 900,000 Brits with benefit freeze as they move to Universal Credit

DWP chiefs will move 2.6million households onto Universal Credit between May 9 this year and the end of 2024 - but up to 900,000 will be worse off long term, government documents reveal

Daily Mirror

May bank holiday means benefits including Universal Credit will be paid early this week

If you are due to be paid a benefit payment including Universal Credit, Child Benefit or the state pension on Monday, May 2, your money should arrive early. Here is when to expect your benefits over the May bank holiday

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DWP asked to give disability benefit claimants right to request an assessor with knowledge of their condition

The DWP acknowledges ‘improvements could be made’ to the assessment process for people claiming disability benefits.

Daily Record

Scottish Government announces new plans to make it easier for families to access financial support

New plans have been outlined to help tackle child poverty across the country between now and 2026.

Daily Record

Scots single mum living on breadline slams benefits system that 'punishes for working'

Claire Baxter has told how she is in a position where working is leaving her worse-off than if she were to quit her job and claim benefits.

Daily Record

Edinburgh single mum living on the breadline says she is 'punished for working'

Claire Baxter is a valued member of the team at LIFT in Muirhouse as she helps other families develop survival skills for the cost of living crisis through her own lived experience.

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'I ended up using foodbanks and was threatened with homelessness after my marriage broke up'

Elizabeth Evans said there is still stigma around being a single parent and the issue of poverty

Wales Online

Dad on Universal Credit can't afford to switch heating on as bills rise

Former takeaway employee Mohammed Ali, 41, is seeking a job and is keen to start earning money again.

Daily Record

Dad-of-four on Universal Credit struggling with rising cost of living as he searches for job

Former takeaway worker Mohammed Ali is keen to start working again

Wales Online

Unemployed dad-of-four, 41, can't afford to turn heating on as bills skyrocket

Mohammed Ali, from Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, is desperately searching for work as he says on Universal Credit he can't afford to turn the heating on as energy bills skyrocket

Daily Mirror

How to claim Universal Credit from DWP and how much money you'll get

People are entitled to different payment amounts based on their circumstances

Bristol Post

Universal Credit claimants may be able to get £812 if they're struggling

If you do not have enough to live on, you could be eligible for extra support from the DWP

Liverpool Echo

Cost of living crisis dragging country into recession - and seven steps to avoid it

When asked by YouGov about their economic expectations for the coming year, most people reported that their hopes had never been lower. The country is facing an economic crisis

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Liverpool Echo

Martin Lewis MSE's 'unbeatable' savings account advice to Universal Credit claimants

The tips could mean those on low income qualify for a 50% savings boost

Nottingham Post

Nottinghamshire man 'felt worthless' after DWP delay in paying benefits in full

He says there was a delay which led to him losing out on hundreds of pounds every month

Daily Record

People on Universal Credit or Pension Credit can now get Sky broadband for £20 each month

NOW is also offering a £20 monthly rolling contract for people on benefits.

Chronicle Live

Some Universal Credit claimants could qualify for top up payments worth up to £1,600

The DWP has advised on a number of financial support options people can check

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Daily Mirror

DWP admits some Universal Credit working parents are worse off on longer hours

At a committee grilling today, officials admitted there were 'marginal' cases where a parent working 30 hours could be worse off than one working 25 under childcare rules - but a minister insisted: 'it’s not necessarily just about ‘are you £1 or £2 better off'

Nottingham Post

DWP additional pay-outs for Universal Credit claimants - 12 cash boosting support options

Campaigners have warned that claimants are facing a real-term cut in their income but this may help some

Chronicle Live

Seven ways Universal Credit claimants can get help with their energy bills

Cost of living crisis: Our year-long guide shows you what help you may be eligible to claim and when you might be able get it

Edinburgh Live

Sky issues message to customers that could save them £90 on internet bill

TV and internet provider Sky are offering a deal that could save people £90 a year if they claim Universal Credit or Pension Credit -this comes as broadband companies were encouraged to support more households.

Daily Record

New and existing Universal Credit claimants may be able to apply for DWP loan of up to £812

If you do not have enough to live on, you could be eligible for extra financial support from the DWP.

Nottingham Post

DWP claimants: £90 Sky saving if you're on Universal Credit or State Pension

Anybody who claims either Universal Credit or State Pension could save £90 a year

Manchester Evening News

Mum on Universal Credit slashes bills by £213 using Martin Lewis tips

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis previously shared the tips to help with the cost of living crisis

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