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Universal Credit

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DWP Revamps Universal Credit Identity Checks by Banning Payslips and Gov.UK Verify

Claimants must now verify their identity with two approved documents through the updated online platform, interviews or in-person appointments.

Universal Credit Payments Up 1.7% in Phased Rollout, Backpay Confirmed

Universal Credit Reaches 7.5 Million Claimants as Legacy Benefits Phase Out

Universal Credit Payments See Boost as May Disbursements Reflect New Rates

UK Government Details 2026 Rollout of Sweeping Anti-Fraud Welfare Reforms

DWP Clarifies Universal Credit Rules for Overseas Travel

DWP to Lower Universal Credit Debt Deduction Cap to 15% Starting April 30