claiming Universal Credit, a benefit designed to help those out of work or on a low income cover the costs of daily living. September will see the furlough scheme draw to a close, applications for the final Self-Employment Income Support Scheme grant and the ending of the weekly £20 uplift to Universal Credit - which in itself creates an air of uncertainty for those relying on state support.
With the potential for more households to become affected by the economic impact of the health crisis, either through redundancy, unemployment, illness or a reduction in wages, many will now be able to claim financial support through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
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