Overview

• Universal Credit and other DWP benefits rose by 1.7%, and the state pension increased by 4.1% starting April 7, 2025, under the annual uprating policy.
• Initial payments reflecting the new rates began on May 2 for pensioners due to the Early May bank holiday, while most Universal Credit claimants will see increases from May 13.
• Claimants with assessment periods beginning before April 7 will receive higher payments in June, with guaranteed backpayments for the delayed adjustments.
• The state pension's full new rate is now £230.25 per week, while Universal Credit standard allowances range from £316.98 to £628.10 monthly, depending on age and circumstances.
• Additional perks and support schemes worth thousands, including Pension Credit, free prescriptions, and childcare assistance, are available to eligible claimants in May.