Universal Credit Is Helping According To Duncan Smith

Iain Duncan Smith has defended his flagship Universal Credit scheme, insisting evidence shows it is helping people find work quicker and earn more. The Work and Pensions Secretary cited Government research suggesting that those receiving the benefit were 5% more likely to find employment within four months than comparable Jobseekers Allowance claimants. They spent an average of four days more in work during that period, earning around £50 more, according to the analysis. But Labour said Universal Credit - which starts being rolled out across the country on 16 February  - was massively behind schedule and saving far less than expected. Read more on the Huffington Post website.