32 h. 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

6 d. 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

1 week 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

1 week 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

3 w. ago 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

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

Events

4 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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4 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'

Politics

4 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

Events

last month 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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