All the freebies and discounts you can claim on Universal Credit in January worth over £8,000
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JANUARY is often a tough month financially as people recover from extra spending over Christmas. And with many people getting paid earlier in December because of the bank holidays, you may need to make your money last even longer than usual. If you get Universal Credit, it’s worth making sure you claim everything you’re entitled to, as the difference can be worth thousands of pounds.
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As a first step, use this calculator on Entitled To to make sure your benefit award is correct. If the calculator comes up with a significantly different number, this could mean there are elements you should be getting but aren’t. There are also several extra discounts or bonuses that you can get if you’re on Universal Credit, and if you qualified for all of them, you’d get a massive £8,309.42 boost in January.
We’ve rounded up the main ones you need to know about... The Household Support Fund helps low-income households facing financial difficulties. The government has allocated £421 million to local councils and unitary authorities in England to support residents with essential costs.
Eligibility criteria, types of assistance, and maximum payments vary by council. For example, Camden offers up to £500, while other councils provide support such as food vouchers or free school meals during holidays. To learn about the options in your area, reach out to your local authority.
