Dotty G
What aspects of Universal Credit should be changed so that it supports people on low incomes better?I think the following aspects of Universal Credit need to change so that it supports people on a low income, these aspects include; increasing the standard allowance of Universal Credit itself so that it is in line with inflation, as this will also help claimants combat the current cost of living crisis.
I also think that the Government should reduce the taper rate, and offer more flexibility in how payments are made to claimants too.
In addition, I believe that the Government should address the five-week wait for new claimants because this wait drives many families into further poverty, with many having to resort to using foodbanks, as a supplement for not having enough money to live on during this time - or even into debt.
Moreover, I think the Government should ensure easier access to childcare support, and extend benefits like free prescriptions to those on for example, Zero hours contracts or just on a low income in general. It would also be great if the Government would also do this with the Household Support Fund because this could also be beneficial for 'the working poor'.