Thousands of Universal Credit claimants are poised to see their payments increase this month, following a boost announced by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in the autumn of 2023. The increase, which was set in motion from April 1, will provide relief for millions of benefit recipients, including those on Universal Credit, with payments rising by 6.7 per cent.
In April, millions of households across the country experienced a significant rise in their benefits, as the Chancellor’s pledge to align payment increases with September’s inflation figures came to fruition. The move was part of ongoing efforts to address the economic challenges faced by individuals and families, particularly amid rising living costs.
