New report reveals Universal Credit prevents recipients from

Persistent obstacles are preventing people on Universal Credit (UC) from accessing training which could improve their career prospects, make savings to the UK Government in reduced benefit payments, and achieve the Government’s Levelling Up agenda.

A new report published today by the Work Foundation think tank at Lancaster University shows that in May 2022, nearly 2.4 million people—43% of those

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“Worst Mistake I Ever Made,” Guest “Nearly Has Stroke” on

“Worst Mistake I Ever Made,” Guest “Nearly Has Stroke” on

A Universal Orlando Guest recently shared a frightening experience while aboard a popular coaster.

Universal Orlando Resort is home to two world-class theme parks in Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Guests visiting Universal Orlando are treated to many iconic attractions including Revenge of the Mummy (when it’s open), the Wizarding World of Harry Potter— including Hagrid’s

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Number of people in Swindon on Universal Credit plummets

FEWER people in Swindon are on Universal Credit than last year, as the town’s jobcentre works to help them find employment.

As of May 2022, there were 4,403 people relying on benefits in the area, which is 2,694 (38 per cent) fewer than in May 2021.

In terms of 18-to-24-year-olds, the number of claimants has dropped by 47 per cent

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Universal Credit can be stopped by DWP if claimants go on

Tourists on the support must notify the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) whenever they intend to go away. A holiday can be for up to one month but travellers must stick to the conditions of the Claimant Commitment they agreed to when first applying. It often includes having to show evidence of looking for work, such as a list

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When will universal credit claimants be paid in August?

A three day weekend is on the cards and it is expected to change benefit payment dates for thousands

A three day weekend is on the cards and it is expected to change the payment dates for thousands of Universal Credit claimants.

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The Summer bank holiday will take place on 29 August.

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