Three-Quarters Of Universal Credit Claimants Unaware Of Missed Rent Consequences

A government survey of people using the full-service Universal Credit system published today revealed that just 25% of claimants knew their payment could be reduced by up to 20% if they regularly fail to pay the rent on time. The survey, carried out by Ipsos MORI on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), also found that 76% of claimants knew they are required to inform the Jobcentre about changes to their rent, while 60% were aware they had to report rent-free weeks. Read more on Inside Housing.

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