Find out more about Universal Credit using the Universal Credit guide. It covers who can apply, how to apply, how much money you can claim, a glossary to help with the terminology and more.
Universal Credit continues to be rolled out to replace benefits and support including; Jobseeker’s Allowance, Housing Benefit, Working Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Employment & Support Allowance and Income Support. Paid monthly, or twice a month for some people living in Scotland, Universal Credit is a benefit payment to help with your costs of living.
