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poverty premium

Universal credit is failing with millions relying on food banks – we need urgent reform now
Helen Barnard

Universal credit is failing with millions relying on food banks – we need urgent reform now

Just over two fifths (46%) of people claiming universal credit are either behind on bills or are finding it a constant struggle to keep up with them
Here’s how much more the poorest are paying in your area because of the poverty premium
poverty premium
Poverty

Here’s how much more the poorest are paying in your area because of the poverty premium

Not having a bank account costs an extra £485 every year
Social Justice

Not having a bank account costs an extra £485 every year

MPs and peers call on consumers for new ideas to battle rip-off energy bills
Social Justice

MPs and peers call on consumers for new ideas to battle rip-off energy bills

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