How could Universal Credit help you?

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Universal Credit supports you if you are on a low income or out of work. It includes a monthly payment to help with your living costs. This site will help you understand what Universal Credit means for you.

If you are currently claiming other benefits why not use an independent benefits calculator to see if you could be better off on Universal Credit? It is important to also get independent advice before you apply. To make a claim for Universal Credit visit gov.uk/universal-credit.

Tax credit customers living in Northern Ireland can find more information about potential changes visit NI Direct.

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