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Should I switch to Universal Credit from my current benefits?

More than two million people still receive 'legacy benefits', such as tax credits and income support. By the end of 2025, most of these will have been switched over to Universal Credit.

However, for some it can make sense to switch NOW. We've got four steps to help decide whether switching early is worth it, including a handy calculator that does the sums for you.

Read to see if it's worth you switching to Universal Credit.

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