Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 112134
Universal Credit
Tabled: 10 February 2026
Answered: 23 February 2026
Named DayQuestion
Kirsty Blackman
Scottish National Party — Aberdeen North
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what (a) number and (b) proportion of Universal Credit claimants have income levels above the income tax personal allowance.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe requested information is provided below. a) In November 2025, 1.9 million people on UC had net earnings above £1047.50 (which is the £12,570 annual personal allowance divided by 12). This includes earnings from employment and self-employment. b) This ...
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