Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 121530
Universal Credit
Tabled: 17 March 2026
Answered: 23 March 2026
Question
Neil Duncan-Jordan
Labour — Poole
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 TimmsThe 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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