UK holidaymakers on Universal Credit and PIP must notify DWP of travel plans to avoid penalties

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As the UK basks in better weather (we're ignoring the rain from the past few days of course), the lure of a holiday abroad still grows stronger.Yet, those on certain benefits like Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment (PIP) must be cautious if they're considering a getaway this summer.

It's imperative for recipients to inform the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) about any significant life changes.What some might not know is that going overseas counts as such a change.

Benefit guidelines allow for a vacation of up to a month, but claimants must stick to the terms set when they first applied for support. READ MORE: Rishi Sunak calls snap general election as Scots finally given chance to vote out Tory Government The Government has made it clear: "You need to report changes to your circumstances so you keep getting the right amount each month.

You need to report changes as soon as they happen. Any delay may mean you receive too much money and will have to make a repayment." "Changes in your circumstances can affect how much you're paid for your whole assessment period - not just from the date you report them.", reports the Manchester Evening News.