UNIVERSAL CREDIT is a lifeline for nearly six million Britons who are looking for work or paid a low wage.
Universal Credit: Expert discusses benefits of claiming
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Some 5.6 million people are claiming Universal Credit either because they are looking for work or on a low income. Many were forced to claim this DWP benefit during the pandemic and might not be aware that it is a gateway benefit to 30 additional benefits or freebies.
Britons who are struggling to make ends meet because of the cost of living crisis are being reminded to check they are making use of all the DWP benefits available to them.
Universal Credit claimants might not be aware they can apply up to 30 additional freebies which could help them make huge savings.
New applicants can ask for an advance payment to help tide them over until their claim is processed.
It doesn’t need to be paid back all at once and payments can be spread over 24 months.
Universal credit claimants can make huge savings on broadband and healthy start vouchers (Image: Getty)
Some people are still unaware they could qualify for things like reduced travel, free broadband and Healthy Start Vouchers.
Around one million households are eligible to receive free broadband installation from Openreach, which could save a low income household £92 on installation charges.
In addition, claimants are also entitled to Healthy Start Vouchers but may need to apply for them.
Healthy Start Vouchers are available to people on Universal Credit and Tax Credits who have responsibility for young children.
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