DWP Sets Date for National Benefit Cap Roll-Out

The national roll-out of the benefit cap will begin on 15th July, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have announced. Ministers have opted for a phased roll-out of the controversial policy, with benefit cap pilots to start in Bromley, Croydon, Enfield and Haringey from April 15, three months before its introduction in all other local authority areas across England, Scotland and Wales. It will be completely implemented by September this year. The DWP says the gradual approach will ensure that the policy is implemented "safely and responsibly" and that claimants are "protected" through the process.  Read more on the DWP website.