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Deductions Debt Repayment

UK Enacts Universal Credit Debt Reform, Boosting Incomes for 1.2 Million Households

The Fair Repayment Rate cap for debt deductions has been reduced to 15%, increasing annual benefits by £420 for low-income families starting today.

DWP to Lower Universal Credit Debt Deduction Cap to 15% Starting April 30