PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Universal Credit: Wales (15 January 2020)
Question Asked
What recent assessment he has made of the economic effect on low-income families of the roll-out of universal credit in Wales.
Asked by:
Alex Davies-Jones (Labour)
Asked by:
Alex Davies-Jones (Labour)
Answer
Work is the most effective route out of poverty. Universal Credit makes it easier for people to move into work and keep more of what they earn.
We have listened to concerns and as a result ensured that claimants can access 100% advance payments on day one of a Universal Credit claim and continue to receive Housing Benefit for two weeks after transitioning.
Answered by:
Simon Hart (Conservative)
15 January 2020
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