Changes to Universal Credit are on the horizon for the upcoming year, potentially affecting millions of recipients.
Universal Credit is utilized by over eight million individuals in the UK and is administered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
The alterations will involve an increase in the standard allowance, which serves as the fundamental amount received in Universal Credit before any supplementary payments or deductions are applied.
However, there are also notable reductions scheduled for the health-related component for new Universal Credit applicants.
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The majority of traditional benefits for older recipients are being substituted by Universal Credit, with the final transition expected to be completed by March 2026.
Universal Credit is supplanting Tax Credits, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income Support, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance, and Housing Benefit.
Individuals required to switch to Universal Credit will receive a “