Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 80532
Universal Credit: Rents
Tabled: 10 October 2025
Answered: 22 October 2025
Question
Alex Brewer
Liberal Democrat — North East Hampshire
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that (a) vulnerable adults and (b) adults with learning difficulties are adequately supported in managing rent payments under Universal Credit in cases wher
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsHousing costs can be paid direct to landlords at any point during a Universal Credit claim where the claimant is vulnerable or has rent arrears or there is a risk of eviction. The need for such an arrangement may be identified by DWP staff or requested by...
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