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DWP confirms changes to universal credit payments for millions in May 2024
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The changes will apply to many people who claim certain benefits
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DWP announces major Universal Credit payments changes from April 8 2024 - full list
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Department for Work and Pensions updates website to list new payment rates
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DWP universal credit claimants could face court or fines if you don't report these changes
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There is a list of changes you need to report - or else risk punishment or having to pay back money
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DWP to pay £780 more to claimants with money in bank accounts from Monday
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The DWP has announced that two payments will be increased in cash terms for the next 12 months, with the changes coming into effect from Monday, April 1
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When DWP dates go back to normal after Easter Weekend payments disrupted for millions
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DWP payment dates for benefits and the State Pension are set to go back to normal from this date after Easter disruption
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DWP confirms when you'll receive universal credit, PIP and other benefits over Easter 2024
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The way Easter falls this year means thousands will see changes to their usual payments, while there are more changes on the way in April
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The £812 DWP interest-free payment you can get to use towards these common household costs
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You can use this money towards things like clothes, household appliances and rent
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