The Mirror.Here are 15 new laws and rule changes coming in April 2021.Universal Credit is rising slightly from next month, which is good news for claimants.For those single and aged under 25, the standard allowance will rise from £256.05 to £257.33.Those single and aged 25 or over will see the standard allowance rise from £323.22 to £324.84.For joint claimants both under 25, the standard allowance will rise from £401.92 to £403.93.Claimants can also get a boost if they are caring for a severely disabled person at least 35 hours a week.
The amount will rise from £162.92 to £163.73.Unfortunately, the cost of the annual BBC licence fee will rise from £157.50 to £159 from April 1.The government announced in 2016 that the licence fee would rise.
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