3 d. ago DWP warns some Universal Credit claimants they might have to pay money back

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a warning to Universal Credit claimants who are self-employed and earning an income

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3 d. ago DWP warns Universal Credit mistake could mean claimants have to give back money

Universal Credit claimants could face deductions on their benefit payments if they don’t keep the Department for Work and Pensions updated on certain circumstances in their lives

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4 d. ago DWP confirms eligible people on Universal Credit could get an extra £5,000 a year

The LCWRA element is for people whose health problems are so severe they cannot reasonably be expected to work or take part in work-related activities

Economics

5 d. ago DWP Universal Credit claimants can earn this much before they lose claim

The DWP can deduct money from your Universal Credit payments while you are working

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5 d. ago DWP warning to anyone on Universal Credit who makes these five work mistakes

Certain work-related issues can see claimants losing their benefit payments

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6 d. ago Department for Work and Pensions Universal Credit rule could stop payments

The DWP has issued a Universal Credit warning over a little-known rule which could come in to bite many

Economics

7 d. ago Four things that might mean you're eligible for DWP Universal Credit

Some people may not realise they are eligible for Universal Credit, due to a number of misconceptions

Politics

7 d. ago Four things that could mean you are eligible for DWP Universal Credit payment

Universal Credit can help with your living costs. It's paid monthly. You may be able to get it if you're on a low income, out of work or you cannot work

Politics

9 d. ago DWP warns millions of Universal Credit claimants about changes

The DWP is urging people claiming Universal Credit to report changes using their online account to avoid any potential overpayment

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1 week ago DWP changes to Universal Credit for millions due to start in April

The Universal Credit Act 2025 is now an Act of Parliament after receiving Royal Assent on September 3, with the DWP announcing a number of changes for millions of households

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1 week ago DWP announces Universal Credit changes for millions of households after new law

The Universal Credit Act 2025 is now an Act of Parliament after receiving Royal Assent on September 3, with the DWP announcing a number of changes for millions of households

Society

1 week ago New DWP payment warning to single people claiming Universal Credit

A change in living arrangements can be reported using the Universal Credit online account.

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1 week ago Full list of DWP changes to Universal Credit due to start in April

Nearly four million households will see an annual income boost estimated to be worth £725 under new reforms.

Politics

1 week ago DWP chief won’t rule out further benefit cuts before next autumn

Delayed changes to PIP won’t put off other cuts, work and pensions secretary states

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1 week ago New DWP boss could implement PIP and Universal Credit reforms before review next Autumn

New Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden said welfare reform is ‘happening all the time’.

Politics

1 week ago DWP forces teacher to pay after someone claimed benefits in his name

He has provided evidence he could not have been at two meetings whe the DWP says he claimed Universal Credit

Politics

1 week ago DWP makes major announcement for 2.2 million people claiming Universal Credit

Around 2.2 million people who are currently signed off work due to sickness such as mental health conditions, bad backs, or high blood pressure will be affected, the government said

Politics

1 week ago DWP announces new plan for 2.2 million people claiming Universal Credit

It comes as part of the Government's plan to get more people back at work

Politics

1 week ago Government issues DWP Universal Credit rules warning as minister 'not ruling anything out'

Tougher eligibility criteria for Universal Credit has not been ruled out by the new Work and Pensions Secretary

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1 week ago DWP issues warning to anyone on Universal Credit in a couple

If your living arrangements have changed you need to tell the DWP as soon as possible

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