Universal Credit

2nd March 2017

Universal Credit is a means tested benefit for working age people who are on low incomes and working, seeking to work or unable to work. It is replacing the following ‘legacy’ benefits and Tax Credits which are administered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and local authorities:

 

Please see the attached information regarding Universal Credit and the support available to claim.