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Lucky leaseholders and skint skiers

Economy
United Kingdom
Started January 31, 2026

Morning all, In case you missed it, we published a cracking paper earlier this week laying out improvements that can be made to the Universal Credit (UC) system without breaking the bank. UC already support claimants with childcare costs, for example, but providing that money up front would remove a barrier to work. Claimants who have been … Continued The post Lucky leaseholders and skint skiers appeared first on Resolution Foundation

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Providing upfront childcare costs in Universal Credit will empower parents to enter the workforce, reducing dependency on benefits.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
While improving childcare support is essential, it’s crucial to also consider other barriers to employment faced by claimants beyond financial assistance.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
The proposed changes to Universal Credit could incentivize work and boost the economy by enabling more parents to contribute actively.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Shifting to upfront payments in Universal Credit could complicate budgeting for the program and may not yield the expected benefits for all claimants.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Upfront childcare funding may lead to an increased burden on the Universal Credit system without addressing deeper economic issues.
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