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A question on #UniversalCredit tabled by Baroness Coffey on 08-01-2026 has been answered by Baroness Sherlock. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-08/HL13381
January 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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A question on #UniversalCredit tabled by Helen Whately on 17-12-2025 has been answered by Sir Stephen Timms. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2025-12-17/101051
January 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM
paulapeters19.bsky.social
#UniversalCredit
#CouncilTaxSupport

Disabled man trakes Somerset Council to court over cuts to council tax suport after migrating to Universal Credit

www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2578876...
Disabled Taunton man taking Somerset Council to court over council tax support
Disabled Taunton man Andy Mitchell is taking Somerset Council to the High Court over its "discriminatory" and "irrational"…
www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk
January 24, 2026 at 10:14 AM
ryanvcambridgejcp.bsky.social
#Update
Robert Pollock Ceo #Cambridge - no comment about Daniel Reynard lying to serve a possession notice.

Neil Couling, #UniversalCredit sent #antislap by #DWF law 19 jan 2025 - takedown “misleading” Carla Buey posts or “Police”.

Cambridgeshire #AdultSafeguarding contact me
January 24, 2026 at 9:41 AM
danielmumbyldr.bsky.social
Disabled #Taunton resident Andy Mitchell will be taking #Somerset Council to the High Court over its "irrational" #counciltax reduction scheme which left him more than £1,100 worse off: www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/2578876... #LDReporter #universalcredit #judicialreview
Disabled Taunton man taking Somerset Council to court over council tax support
Disabled Taunton man Andy Mitchell is taking Somerset Council to the High Court over its "discriminatory" and "irrational"…
www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk
January 22, 2026 at 4:52 PM
willyandbill.bsky.social
Finally a manifesto that reads like it was written by adults. A satirical rewrite.
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#GreenParty #UKPolitics #PoliticalSatire #HousingCrisis #NHS #SocialCare #ClimateAction #Devolution #FairPay #UniversalCredit #RightToRoam #PublicOwnership #StopSewage
THE GREEN PARTY
REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:46 PM
dwp-answers.bsky.social
A question on #UniversalCredit tabled by Baroness Coffey on 08-01-2026 has been answered by Baroness Sherlock. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-08/HL13380
January 22, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #MentalHealth tabled by Baroness Maclean of Redditch on 12-01-2026 has been answered by Baroness Sherlock. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-12/HL13485
January 22, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #YoungPeople tabled by Baroness Maclean of Redditch on 09-01-2026 has been answered by Baroness Sherlock. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-09/HL13431
January 22, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #Equality tabled by Andrew Rosindell on 13-01-2026 has been answered by Dame Diana Johnson. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-13/105179
January 21, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #CouncilTaxReductionSchemes tabled by Suella Braverman on 12-01-2026 has been answered by Alison McGovern. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-12/104799
January 21, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #CouncilTaxReductionSchemes tabled by Suella Braverman on 12-01-2026 has been answered by Alison McGovern. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-12/104800
January 21, 2026 at 1:01 PM
cobalthousing.bsky.social
🏠 On Universal Credit? You may be entitled to an extra bedroom allowance, especially if someone in your household has a disability or needs an overnight carer.

📞 Need help checking? Call 0330 303 222 – you don’t have to navigate UC alone 💙

#UniversalCredit #Housing
January 21, 2026 at 10:34 AM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #ReasonableAdjustments tabled by Ben Coleman on 08-01-2026 has been answered by Sir Stephen Timms. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-08/104427
January 19, 2026 at 4:31 PM
moneywellness.com
Do I have to pay tax if I sell online - and could it affect my universal credit? 🤔

You might turn to platforms like eBay and Vinted in the hope of making a few quid.

https://bit.ly/4pKTFqW

#Benefits #UniversalCredit #Vinted #eBay
Do I have to pay tax if I sell online - and could it affect my universal credit?
What you need to know if you’re selling on Vinted or eBay.
bit.ly
January 19, 2026 at 1:16 PM
uniofbathipr.bsky.social
In a new IPR blog post, @levanamagnus.bsky.social and Marsha Wood explore the frontline encounters between #UniversalCredit claimants and Jobcentre Work Coaches and suggest an approach that improves understanding and trust. Read it here: buff.ly/TVV4hG2
Between policy demands and lived realities: How parents and Work Coaches experience Jobcentre support
Current Universal Credit rules and requirements can prioritise getting people into work, irrespective of job quality or individuals’ caring commitments.
blogs.bath.ac.uk
January 15, 2026 at 10:12 AM
dwp-answers.bsky.social
A question on #UniversalCredit #Carers tabled by Helen Whately on 16-12-2025 has been answered by Sir Stephen Timms. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2025-12-16/100473
January 14, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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A question on #MaternityAllowance #UniversalCredit tabled by Steff Aquarone on 07-01-2026 has been answered by Andrew Western. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-07/104017
January 13, 2026 at 6:40 PM
meassociation.org.uk
Mirror: DWP ending older benefits by March 31 as millions sent Universal Credit letter 

Read more: https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/dwp-ending-older-benefits-march-36532825 

#pwME #MECFS #LongCovid #UC #UniversalCredit
DWP ending older benefits by March 31 as millions sent Universal Credit letter
Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is also being replaced by Universal Credit and the DWP wants everyone claiming this benefit to be transferred across by March 31, 2026
www.mirror.co.uk
January 13, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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A question on #UniversalCredit #Housing tabled by Tom Hayes on 02-01-2026 has been answered by Sir Stephen Timms. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-02/102245
January 12, 2026 at 3:11 PM
skyecho7.bsky.social
🤔So #VoteReform is #VoteTory on steroids🤬

MORE CUTS to
. NHS
. Education
. #UniversalCredit
. #StatePension

PROTECTIVE regulations/rights ABOLISHED
. Min/Living Wage
. Health & Safety
. Environment Protection
. Food Standards
. Medicinal Safety

SEZ SLAVERY👇🏻

yorkshirebylines.co.uk/news/home-af...
January 12, 2026 at 1:34 PM
bedfordindependent.co.uk
The Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill was introduced yesterday (Thursday), the same day Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited a family hub in Bedford...

#Bedford #BedfordNews #Politics #Welfare #BenefitsCap #UniversalCredit
Bedfordshire Councils respond to removal of two-child cap on benefits - Bedford Independent
Legislation to abolish the two-child limit on benefits has been introduced to Parliament, with the government saying the move...
www.bedfordindependent.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 4:34 PM
justiceseer.bsky.social
The vast majority of the INCREASE in #UniversalCredit is because the DECISION was taken by the last #ToryGovernment to MOVE sick and disabled people FROM #Employment-andSupportAllowance (ESA) ONTO #UniversalCredit! 👊

But the #LYING, TOXIC, #Media- IGNORE this!🤥🤬

www.thecanary.co/uk/analysis/...
DWP finally admits the real reason for rise in Universal Credit claims
Despite months of blaming lazy workshy claimants, it's always been clear why there's been an increase - and the DWP has just fessed up
www.thecanary.co
January 9, 2026 at 2:10 PM
societymatters.bsky.social
From next April, a significant change to Universal Credit will take effect and it’s happening with very little public attention.
👉 Read the full piece here: https://bit.ly/4ajIVvO
#SocietymattersCIC #News #Article #Universalcredit #training
The Incoming Cuts to Universal Credit: A Line in the Sand for Sick and Disabled Claimants - Society Matters
Incoming Universal Credit changes will cut health-related support for new claimants, creating a two-tier system for sick and disabled people.
bit.ly
January 8, 2026 at 5:08 PM
cobalthousing.bsky.social
Are you getting the correct Housing Element on Universal Credit?

If you need an extra bedroom due to disability or for a carer, you could be entitled to more support.

Need help? Call our Welfare Advice team📞0330 303 2222
Mon & Wed | 10am – 1pm

#UniversalCredit #HousingSupport
January 7, 2026 at 9:50 AM