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Universal Credit Assistance
We can help with your UC claim
Universal Credit is a means-tested benefit for people of working age who are on a low income. It is payable whether or not you're in work.
It can include amounts for housing, the costs of raising children, disability, or being a carer. Which of these you will get depends on your circumstances.
It replaces six means-tested benefits:
It can include amounts for housing, the costs of raising children, disability, or being a carer. Which of these you will get depends on your circumstances.
It replaces six means-tested benefits:
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Housing Benefit (England, Scotland and Wales) / Housing Benefit (Northern Ireland)
- Child Tax Credit
- Working Tax Credit
The process is relatively painless, but people can get bogged down in all the government jargon We can help. Click on the link below to start your application, and if you get stuck, or need a hand, then ring on on: 07456 415 136