Before 2022, someone could work only nine hours a week and remain on benefits without...

Published: 6:00 pm May 13, 2024
Updated: 11:51 am October 8, 2025
New rules require 180,000 on Universal Credit to increase working hours – UKNIP

Before 2022, someone could work only nine hours a week and remain on benefits without being expected to look for more work.

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The latest rise in the Administrative Earnings Threshold (AET) means someone working less than 18 hours – half of a full-time week – will have to look for more work.

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