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DWP FOI Shows 1.5 Million Migrants Claimed Universal Credit in Year to December 2025

The release resets a fierce fight over how long people must live in the UK before they can get public funds.

DWP Sets 2026/27 Rates: Universal Credit Standard Allowance Rises as LCWRA Is Cut for New Claims

Two-Child Benefit Cap To End In April 2026, With £3 Billion Annual Price Tag

Labour Poised to Scrap Two-Child Benefit Cap in Nov. 26 Budget

Universal Credit Caseload Jumps to 8.3 Million, Driven by Rise in ‘No Work Requirements’

MPs Escalate Criticism of Universal Credit Health Cuts as Government Holds to 2026 Rollout

DWP Clarifies How Earnings Cut Universal Credit Payments

Universal Credit Payments to Households with Foreign Nationals Reach £941 Million