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What Happened to universal credit?

Overview

Universal Credit is trending due to upcoming welfare reforms and potential cuts impacting benefit claimants, particularly those with disabilities. News highlights concerns over increased destitution and the government's efforts to move people into work.

What the News Says

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'Benefits changes mean my son could lose out on £200 a month'

BBC
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Next week’s disability cuts will make people destitute – and you might not understand how bad they are until it’s too late

The Guardian
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Thousands to be supported into work as government reforms welfare system

GOV.UK

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