Some key changes will be delivered to benefits from the Department of Work and Pensions
Earlier this week, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his Spring Budget to the House of Commons which confirmed changes that could affect millions of people. Mr Hunt highlighted that the Budget's focus towards claimants on Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments was to boost their contribution to the workforce.
Meanwhile, Job Centre staff will be given extra training to ensure "they are applying sanctions effectively". Extended childcare allowance Universal Credit claimants will be offered extra childcare support. Previously, they received £636 a month towards childcare for one child and £1,108 for two children.
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