Universal Credit claimants to start getting more money from next week

Universal Credit claimants are set for a financial boost with increased payments kicking in from next week, the Department for Work and Pensions confirms.

Starting Tuesday, May 14, millions will see their Universal Credit payments rise, although some might have to wait until June 13 to receive the updated amount. This news was highlighted on BBC Radio 4's Money Box by researcher Sandra Hardial, who noted that despite the DWP applying the uplift on April 8, the actual payments are delayed due to being paid in arrears.

Sandra pointed out that the increase is set at 6.7%, but cautioned listeners about the delays. She said: "The six million people on Universal Credit face the longest wait."The DWP has told Money Box that none of them will get the higher rate before the 14th of May and some will have to wait until the 13th of June."

New Universal Credit payment rates 2024/25 Monthly rates are shown unless otherwise stated. A full list of all the new DWP benefit payment rates, including Housing Benefit and deductions can be found on GOV.UK here.Limited Capability for Work

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