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Universal Credit is replacing 6 other benefits with a single monthly payment if you're out of work or on a low income - eligibility, how to prepare.
Universal Credit is a payment to help with your living costs. It’s paid…
You may be able to get Universal Credit if you’re on a low income or need…
Universal Credit is paid monthly. How much you get depends on: your…
If you or your partner are working, how much Universal Credit you get will…
Universal Credit is paid once a month, usually into your bank, building…
You can apply for Universal Credit online. You need to create an account…
If you need help to pay your bills or cover other costs while you wait for…
To get Universal Credit payments, you’ll need to accept an agreement…
You need to report changes to your circumstances so you keep getting the…
If you need financial support, you can get help and advice from the…
You can contact Universal Credit: through your online account by calling…
A systematic review of the evidence in low- and middle-income countries
Get help with savings if you're on a low income (Help to Save) - how it works, what you'll get, eligibility, how it affects your benefits and how to apply online.
Check if you can claim relief from VAT if you supply goods or services to a customer, but you are not paid.
Benefits that are available to you and how to apply for them.
Interest-free loans from the government for some people on benefits: how to apply, check if you're eligible
Pension Credit is extra money for pensioners to bring your weekly income up to a minimum amount - what you'll get, apply, eligibility.
If you have a health condition or disability, you’ll have an assessment to work out how much Universal Credit you can get and what you need to do in return.
If you're on a low income or out of work, Universal Credit supports you to find a job or increase the hours you work.
Claiming Universal Credit if you're self-employed - eligibility, reporting your earnings, start up periods
Protocol for a systematic review
Financial help if you're disabled - benefits, housing costs, council tax, vehicle tax exemption, TV Licence, motability schemes, VAT relief
Guidance for individuals investing in peer to peer loans, reporting interest and claiming losses from loans that default.
Guidance on getting extra payments to help with the cost of living if you’re entitled to certain benefits or tax credits.
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