Universal Credit is a benefit for people of working age who need financial support.
It is designed to top up your income to a minimum level. That level depends of your particular circumstances.
It doesn’t matter if you are working, looking for work, or unable to work due to an illness or caring responsibility.
Who is UC for and how does it work?
Is it for you and understanding the basics.
Claims and Payments
How to make a claim and when you’ll be paid.
How Much?
How Universal Credit is worked out.
Help with your rent
How the Housing Costs Element works
How changes affect your award
Find out what happens to your award.
Problem areas
What can go wrong.