There are currently 3,100 full-time DWP agents reviewing Universal Credit claims.
New statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions show at the end of July there were 7 million people claiming Universal Credit . The number of households on Universal Credit at the end of May this year was 5.7m, an increase on the 5.1m recorded for the same period last year.
The DWP confirmed earlier this year that it now has “3,100 full time equivalent agents reviewing Universal Credit claims”. Latest Benefits News Universal Credit payment rates 2024/25 If you're thinking about making a claim for Universal Credit, below is a quick overview of the current Universal Credit payment rates.
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