Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 121530

Universal Credit

Tabled: 17 March 2026
Answered: 23 March 2026

Question

Neil Duncan-Jordan

LabourPoole

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps are being taken to ensure those being migrated onto Universal Credit will receive transitional protection.

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms
The Department is committed to ensuring that all eligible customers moving from legacy benefits to Universal Credit receive the Transitional Protection to which they are entitled. Transitional Protection is a safeguard designed to support a smooth financi...

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