Universal Credit changes 2026

The UK benefits system is set for another major update, with the government confirming a fresh round of Universal Credit changes coming in 2026. The announcement, made by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), outlines new payment rates, updated thresholds, and rule adjustments that will affect millions of households across the country. Universal Credit … Read more

Thousands of benefit claimants across the UK are being urged to check their letters and online accounts after a fresh warning from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The department has confirmed that, in certain situations, benefit payments that have already been received may need to be repaid. The warning does not apply to … Read more