universal credit

Everything You Need To Know About Universal Credit, Britain's Biggest Shake Up Of Benefits

Claimants say they are being left up to six weeks without payment.
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Tory MP Says Universal Credit Is Driving Foodbank Use And It Is 'Crazy'

Kevin Hollinrake also defended zero hours contracts and said the idea of a universal basic income was 'scary'.
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David Gauke Tells Tory MPs Universal Credit Rollout Not 'Risky Or Reckless'

Work and pensions secretary hints benefit changes will continue as planned.
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Universal Credit Harming Working Poor And Should Be Paused, Says Dame Louise Casey

Former government official warns country is 'fraying at the edges'.
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'A Home Is A Human Right' Labour Activist Hits Out As Homelessness Rockets In The UK

'I got more coins and gave out more change, but it wasn’t enough and of course it can’t ever be enough.'
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Universal Credit Squeeze Leaving Tenants Behind With Their Rent, Landlords Warn

Residential Landlords Association suggests residents aren't budgeting.
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BBC QT Audience Member Slammed For 'Ignorant' Comment On Foodbank Users

'I haven't visited a foodbank before but...'
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Pregnant Women Considering Abortions Because Of Tories' Benefit Cap, MPs Reveal

“It is very hard to see any benefit from the benefit cap.”
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Britain's Richest 10% Spend More On Wine Than The Poorest 10% Spend On Water

'Such deep inequality is a national scandal in a modern, wealthy country like ours.'
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DWP 'Should End Strict Sanctions And Conditions On Benefits'

Government's own unit says jobseekers need more 'headspace'
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