Universal Credit
Essential Information about Universal Credit
What,who and how
Who is UC for?
UC and working
UC and Health
Monthly Assessment Periods
Conditionality and Sanctions
Extra Help
Claims and Payments
How do I claim?
Claiming as a couple
Getting Paid
Advance Payments
The Claimant Commitment
Using Your UC account
How Much?
How the UC Assessment Works
If you have children
If you have health issues
How income/savings affect an award
The Benefit Cap
Deductions
Help with rent
How much
Bedroom Tax / LHA reduction
Non-dependant deductions
Living in Supported Housing
What if I get into arrears?
Discretionary Housing Payments
How changes affect UC
How will a change in circumstances affect my UC award?
What if I start/finish work?
Changes in household
What if I become unwell / disabled?
Becoming / finishing being a carer
Impact on the Transitional Element
Problem Areas
Keeping just in case