3 h. ago DWP confirms Universal Credit claimants not looking for work rises to four million

Universal credit claimants not required to work has gone up by 1.1 million in a year.

Economics

3 h. ago HMRC to pay £1,200 to Universal Credit claimants with 7.5m eligible

The government scheme is backed by money-saving expert Martin Lewis, who has encouraged people to take part in the risk-free savings program

Economics

4 d. ago Government says 'if you get a letter, don't ignore it' as it issues major benefits update

The Government is currently in the process of moving legacy benefits claimants over to Universal Credit

Politics

6 d. ago Universal credit claimants not required to work up by 1.1 million in a year

There were 8.3 million people overall on universal credit in October, a rise from 7.2 million at the same point last year.

Economics

1 week 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

Events

2 w. 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

Politics

2 w. ago Universal Credit claimants risk court for not reporting these 17 changes

The Department for Work and Pensions enforces strict rules around Universal Credit eligibility

Events

3 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

last month DWP could demand nine years of bank statements if your account surpasses key threshold

A Universal Credit claimant has been asked to provide nine years' worth of bank statements as part of a claim review to check they are receiving the correct amount of benefits

Economics