49 h. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit fraud crackdown to launch soon

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to launch a new campaign at the end of January 2026 to combat Universal Credit fraud, with the initiative focusing on three key areas

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65 h. ago Universal Credit claimants warned of DWP fraud crackdown on three key loss areas

The DWP has confirmed a new campaign to tackle Universal Credit fraud will begin at the end of January, 2026. The crackdown will focus on living circumstances, self-employment, and savings

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3 d. ago DWP confirms new Universal Credit fraud crackdown will focus on three key loss areas

The new campaign will launch at the end of January.

Economics

7 d. ago DWP can slash Universal Credit payments by up to 15% in 'exceptional circumstances'

The DWP has issued a warning to Universal Credit and Pension Credit claimants

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1 week ago DWP confirms these Universal Credit health element cuts won't be delayed from April

The DWP has confirmed that it will not delay the introduction of cutbacks, after the Work and Pensions Committee urged for 'further increases' to Universal Credit

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1 week ago DWP confirms cuts to Universal Credit health element will start in April

New Universal Credit changes will see around four million households get an annual income boost estimated to be worth £725.

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2 w. ago DWP explains 'reason' for Universal Credit eligibility change

The Department for Work and Pensions explained the proposal to stop people under the age of 22 from accessing the Universal Credit health element

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2 w. ago DWP explains ‘reasoning’ for decision to restrict Universal Credit for young people

The proposed changes to Universal Credit’s health element could stop thousands from being able to claim the benefit

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2 w. ago Exact amount DWP benefits set to increase next April including Universal Credit and State Pension

The rate of benefits increases in April in line with the rate of inflation from the previous September

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2 w. ago Millions of Universal Credit claimants set for income boost worth up to £450

The average claimants will receive nearly £400 more a year – but economists warn it comes at the ‘wrong time’

Economics

2 w. ago Exact amount DWP benefits set to rise by next year including Universal Credit

A spike in inflation is expected to trigger higher than otherwise benefit increases next April, including for Universal Credit - but leave the government with an £18billion bill

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3 w. ago All you need to know about major DWP Universal Credit changes

DWP have announced a new Universal Credit Bill to overhaul the welfare system and is set to bring in a number of measures

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3 w. ago Full list of people eligible for emergency £378 DWP Universal Credit payment

The DWP can provide an emergency payment if you're struggling to make ends meet

Economics

3 w. ago DWP warning as UK households face Universal Credit cut with little

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has warned Universal Credit claimants that failure to follow the rules could see them lose hundreds of pounds each month

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3 w. ago DWP warning over £4.35 rule that means Universal Credit payments can be cut

The Department for Work and Pensions can take money away from Universal Credit payments if you have money savings or investments above a certain amount

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3 w. ago DWP Universal Credit boost from April as major changes given green light

The changes will provide support for people seeking to join the workforce

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3 w. ago DWP Universal Credit alert as claimants told 'remember' vital step

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued a warning to Universal Credit claimants, urging them to report any changes to their savings and income as soon as possible

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3 w. ago DWP asks for nine years of bank statements from Universal Credit claimant

'I cannot see how this is relevant or why I should have to supply this info'

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3 w. ago DWP Universal Credit alert as claimants told 'remember' vital step in 3 situations

People on Universal Credit who receive any type of lump sum, inheritance or savings boost may need to take action

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3 w. ago DWP Universal Credit claimants who ignore one phone call risk losing money

People could lose a portion of their Universal Credit payment if they miss a phone call without a valid reason

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