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THOUSANDS of families on Universal Credit will start seeing extra cash land in their bank accounts from today.

In April, the Department for Work and Pensions boosted most benefit payments by 1.7%, with the State Pension also jumping by 4.1%.

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But because Universal Credit is paid based on monthly assessment periods, most haven’t seen the hike until now

Families whose assessment period began before April 7, will finally see the boost in their first increased payment today, May 13.

It means thousands could now be due a higher payment, easing the pressure as the cost of living continues to bite.

However, anyone whose assessment started after April 7 will need to wait until next month for the new 2025/26 rates to kick in.

Here is a complete breakdown of how much more you could be getting:

Universal Credit standard allowance (monthly)

Single, under 25: £316.98 (up from £311.68) Single, 25 or over: £400.14 (up from £393.45) Joint claimants both under 25: £497.55 (up from £489.23) Joint claimants, one or both 25+: £628.10 (up from £617.60)

Extra amounts for children

First child (born before April 6, 2017): £339 (up from £333.33) Child born after April 6, 2017 or subsequent children: £292.81 (up from £287.92) Disabled child (lower rate): £158.76 (up from £156.11) Disabled child (higher rate): £495.87 (up from £487.58)

Extra for limited capability for work

Limited capability: £158.76 (up from £156.11) Work-related activity: £423.27 (up from £416.19)

Carer’s element

Caring for a severely disabled person at least 35 hours a week: £201.68 (up from £198.31)

Work allowance increases

Higher work allowance (no housing): £684 (up from £673) Lower work allowance (with housing): £411 (up from £404)

It’s important to bear in mind that Universal Credit is paid in arrears, so your next payment is always based on your previous month’s circumstances.

Even though the increase officially took effect from April 6, the new amounts only apply after your first full assessment period of the new tax year.

So if your assessment period started before April 7, your payment from today should include the new rates.

But if it started after, you’ll need to wait until June to see the extra money.

Full list of benefit pay rises this month

MILLIONS on benefits are set for a pay rise this month as the Government increases welfare payments.

Most benefits will rise by 1.7% this month, while the state pension has gone up by 4.1% to keep up with soaring costs of living.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) confirmed the increase, which will apply to Universal Credit, Child Benefit, PIP, DLA, Carer’s Allowance, ESA, and more.

Exactly how much more cash you’ll get depends on your circumstances – but here’s a full list of what’s going up:

Universal Credit

Standard allowance (monthly)

Under 25: £311.68 → £316.98 25 and over: £393.45 → £400.14 Joint claimants under 25: £489.23 → £497.55 Joint claimants 25 or over: £617.60 → £628.10

Child elements

First child (born before April 6, 2017): £333.33 → £339 Other children: £287.92 → £292.81 Disabled child: £156.11 → £158.76 (lower), £487.58 → £495.87 (higher)

Carer’s element: £198.31 → £201.68Limited capability for work: £156.11 → £158.76Limited capability for work and work-related activity: £416.19 → £423.27

Work allowance

Higher (no housing amount): £673 → £684 Lower: £404 → £411

State Pension

New full state pension: £221.20 → £230.25 per weekOld basic state pension: £169.50 → £176.45Annual increase: £11,502.40 → £11,975

Child Benefit

Eldest child: £25.60 → £26.05 Additional children: £16.95 → £17.25

PIP

Daily living component

Enhanced: £108.55 → £110.40 Standard: £72.65 → £73.90

Mobility component

Enhanced: £75.75 → £77.05 Standard: £28.70 → £29.20

Carer’s Allowance

£81.90 → £83.30

Attendance Allowance

Higher rate: £108.55 → £110.40 Lower rate: £72.65 → £73.90

Disability Living Allowance (DLA)

Highest: £108.55 → £110.40 Middle: £72.65 → £73.90 Lowest: £28.70 → £29.20

Mobility component

Higher: £75.75 → £77.05 Lower: £28.70 → £29.20

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

Single:

Under 25: £71.70 → £72.90 25 and over: £90.50 → £92.05 Couples: Over 18: £142.25 → £144.65

Housing Benefit

Single under 25: £71.70 → £72.90 Single 25 and over: £90.50 → £92.05 Couple over 18: £142.25 → £144.65 Child element: £83.24 → £84.66

Jobseeker’s Allowance (New Style)

Under 25: £71.70 → £72.90 25 and over: £90.50 → £92.05 Pensioners: £127.65 → £135.05

Statutory Payments

Maternity Allowance: £184.03 → £187.18 Parental pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, bereavement): £184.03 → £187.18 Statutory Sick Pay: £116.75 → £118.75

Pension Credit

Guarantee Credit

Single: £218.15 → £227.10 Couple: £332.95 → £346.60

Savings Credit:

Single: £17.01 → £17.30 Couple: £19.04 → £19.36

Widowed Parent’s Allowance

£148.40 → £150.90

How to apply for Universal Credit

Families struggling on a low income or out of work can claim Universal Credit.

Your eligibility depends on individual circumstances.

You may be able to get Universal Credit if:

you’re on a low income or out of work you’re 18 or over – but there are some exceptions if you’re 16 to 17 you’re under State Pension age (or your partner is) you and your partner have £16,000 or less in savings between you you live in the UK

If you’re an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen, you will need settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme to get Universal Credit.

The number of children you have doesn’t affect your eligibility but it could affect how much you get.

If you live with your partner their income and savings will be taken into account, even if they are not eligible for Universal Credit.

If you’re not eligible for Universal Credit, you can use the government’s benefits calculator to find out what help you can get.

You can apply for Universal Credit online by visiting the gov.uk website.

You’ll need a form of ID, your bank account details, and any income or housing information ready to go.

No internet? Call the Universal Credit helpline on 0800 328 5644 to apply by phone.

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