They announced that over two million people on means tested state benefits will be moved to the newer benefit, Universal Credit. The move is set to take place over the next couple of years, and be completed by 2024.
Over half of the people being moved to Universal Credit will be better off. However the Government’s figures showed that 900,000 will be entitled to less money.
On BBC Money Box last week, Presenter Paul Lewis spoke to a listener who may be affected by the move. He suggested that of the 900,000 that could be worse off, many could be disabled.
Debbie is 55 years old and she currently claims Personal Independence Payment (PIP) but she is worried that she will be getting less money once she has been moved.
PIP can be claimed by eligible Britons who have a physical disability or health condition that affects their everyday life.
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Debbie is 55 years old and she currently claims Personal Independence Payment (PIP) but she is worried that she will be getting less money once she…
