New DWP rules for 180,000 Universal Credit claimants from today

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The changes are part of the Government's sweeping changes to the welfare system

Universal credit claimants working less than 18 hours a week will from Monday have to look for more work.

That means those working less than half of a full-time week will have to meet their work coach more often to boost their earnings, according to the Department for Work and Pensions .READ MORE: 50p coin sells for almost £150 after eBay bidding war Those able to work are expected to use the Jobcentre support available or face losing their benefits.

"With the next generation of welfare reforms, I want to help thousands of people on their journey off benefits and towards financial independence."

 

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