Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 32813
Universal Credit: Cost of Living
Tabled: 21 February 2025
Answered: 3 March 2025
Question
John Milne
Liberal Democrat — Horsham
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether she has made an estimate of the level Universal Credit Standard Allowance should sit at per week in order to enable households to afford the essentials.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsNo assessment has been made at this point. The Government recognises the critical role Universal Credit has to play in tackling poverty and making work pay and has already taken steps to help those in need.Benefit rates are reviewed each year, increasing ...
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