The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that Universal Credit (UC) will increase in April to match inflation. Universal Credit is a monthly Government payment designed to support people on low incomes or those who are out of work, originally replacing multiple benefits with a single payment. It provides financial support for housing, childcare, disability and caring responsibilities. Alongside the increase, the Government has also announced cuts in certain areas in an attempt to encourage people back into work. However, these changes are unlikely to resolve rising unemployment rates. It is still some form of money – and a substantial amount too.
