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Universal Credit now available in more Scottish towns

Tuesday, 26 May 2015

09:56

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Universal Credit arrives in Banff, Fraserburgh, Peterhead, Falkirk, Grangemouth, Stirling and Alloa. Learn about how it can benefit you.

Universal Credit simplifies the benefit system, ensuring it always pays to be in work.

Universal Credit helps you into work

Universal Credit will eventually replace 6 existing benefits:

Jobseeker’s Allowance
Income Support
Employment and Support Allowance
Working Tax Credit
Child Tax Credits
Housing Benefit

Read the list of jobcentre areas where you can claim Universal Credit

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