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UNIVERSAL Credit has replaced a number of previously existing legacy benefits. Many of these benefits have been rolled into Universal Credit but some may still be receiving support under the old system. Daily Express :: Finance Feed

UNIVERSAL CREDIT and some other benefit payments are expected to be paid early next month, for some people. Who will be affected, and why are the dates changing for some people? Daily Express :: Finance Feed

UNIVERSAL CREDIT is a payment intended to help with living costs, for those who are on a low income or out of work. With many people’s finances affected – or potentially going to be impacted – by the coronavirus pandemic, what additional forms of help may be available? Daily Express :: Finance Feed

MOVIES will need to be released in a new way to ensure fans can see them during the coronavirus – so which new films are available at home? Daily Express :: Films Feed

UNIVERSAL Credit is usually paid once a month a to a designated bank, building society or credit union account. This payment will be dependant on the claimants’ circumstances and it can include a specific amount for housing, which will need to be paid to a landlord. Daily Express :: Finance Feed

THE DEPARTMENT for Work and Pensions has announced that claimants on disability benefits will no longer be required to attend face-to-face assessments, amid the outbreak of coronavirus. The temporary measure due to the pandemic will also cover health checks for Universal Credit. Daily Express :: Finance Feed

UNIVERSAL Credit has a system in place to give first time claimants an advance if they struggle financially while waiting for their first official payment. This advance is a loan from the government and as such has stringent rules attached to it. However, the recent budget revealed that some of these rules will be relaxed in light of the coronavirus ...

UNIVERSAL Credit can help cover rent and some service charges for eligible claimants. However, what is offered will depend on the claimants living arrangements. Some people will have their options limited if they are living alone, according to the “shared accommodation rate” rules. Daily Express :: Finance Feed

UNIVERSAL CREDIT and Pension Credit claimants may be among a number of other benefits recipients receiving a £25 payment, after the Cold Weather Payment was triggered in certain areas of the UK recently. Daily Express :: Finance Feed

UNIVERSAL CREDIT claimants moving off the benefit due to reaching state pension age are set to get a one-off payment of £350 on average, Ministers have announced today. Daily Express :: Finance Feed