MARTIN LEWIS appeared live today on a coronavirus-themed special to discuss what options people have for their personal finances. Among many topics, Martin focused on Universal Credit. Daily Express :: Finance Feed
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Universal Credit: What change in circumstances can affect payments?
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
Read More »Universal Credit: Can you get your benefit payment early next month? April dates explained
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
Read More »Universal Credit emergency loans: How to get extra cash to help amid coronavirus pandemic
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
Read More »Amazon Prime streaming: Which films can I watch at home? Universal announces COVID-19 plan
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
Read More »Universal Credit: What are Alternative Payment Arrangements and how are they considered?
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
Read More »Universal Credit and PIP: Face-to-face health assessments suspended due to coronavirus
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
Read More »Universal Credit: The budget made these changes to advance payments because of coronavirus
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 ...
Read More »Universal Credit: New rules mean extra cash can be claimed – can you get a higher rate?
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
Read More »Universal Credit: Cold Weather Payment triggered – affected postcodes listed
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
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