Around 200,000 Universal Credit applications rejected due to partner's income

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the Mirror.Another 200,000 people were denied because they had savings and 50,000 didn’t quality due to their migration status, claims a report by Salford University and the Health Foundation.And, the data showed that around half a million people who lost 10% or more of their household income during the coronavirus crisis were not eligible for Universal Credit and contribution-based benefit.The research showed that financial difficulties in these groups was common with 40% falling behind on bills or unable to buy food.Around 50% reported poor mental health because of this.Another 70,000 people admitted to skipping meals after being told they were not eligible for government help while income dropped due to Covid.The employees surveyed were.