How do I apply for universal credit and how much is it? Key advice for benefits claimants

The unemployment rate in the UK has gone up again, according to recently released figures. Unemployment rose by 4.4% in the ...

Universal Credit: UC payments set for above-inflation increase in April 2026 – how much will UK claimants get?

Millions of people receiving Universal Credit (UC) in the UK will soon see an increase in their payments. From 6 April 2026, ...