In Department for Work and Pensions Questions on Monday 27 January, Stephen asked Minister Will Quince if he would look at significantly shortening the five-week delay in the first Universal Credit payment, which is causing such harm.
Yesterday, in DWP Questions in the House of Commons Chamber, Stephen pressed Minister for Welfare Delivery Will Quince if he would look at significantly shortening the five-week delay in the first Universal Credit payment, which is causing such harm to claimants.
Stephen commented afterwards: ‘A report from the Trussell Trust recently found that Universal Credit (UC) claimants are two and half times more likely to need a foodbank compared to those on legacy benefits. This is largely due to the punitive five-week wait for the first UC payment. I look forward to discussing some solutions and alternatives with the Minister.’