Universal Credit is replacing Child Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, Income Support, JSA, ESA and Working Tax Credit
Millions of people currently in receipt of tax credits risk losing their benefits payments if they don't make the switch. Tax credits are coming to an end with Universal Credit taking its place.
Thousands of people who are affected by the change should receive a letter called a Universal Credit Migration Notice from the DWP which explains what they need to do to make the switch, and by when. Those who are claiming tax credits and are aged 65 or over will be asked to apply for Universal Credit or Pension Credit instead, depending on your circumstances.
The government says this is the case even if you have just renewed your tax credits claim. Universal Credit is a monthly payment to help with living costs and is awarded to those who are on a low income, out of work, or unable to work.If you get any of these you don’t need to do anything unless either:
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