The welfare cap
Since 2014 the UK government has had a cap on welfare spending. Here we explain how the cap is set and assessed. We also look at how the cap has changed.
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Welfare Reform and the Universal Credit (265 KB , PDF)
On 11 November 2010 the Government set out plans for a ‘Universal Credit’ to replace most in work and out of work benefits for people of working age. This note gives an overview of the main features of the Universal Credit and looks at some of the issues raised by the proposals.
Documents to download
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Welfare Reform and the Universal Credit (265 KB , PDF)
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Constituency data: Universal Credit claimants
Explore constituency-level data on people claiming Universal Credit in Great Britain using our interactive dashboard.
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Debate on housing targets in rural areas
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for 2.30pm on 29 January on housing targets in rural areas. The debate will be opened by Damien Hinds MP.
