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• Check how Universal Credit has changed in 2026

  The amount of Universal Credit you can get has changed in April 2026. Check what has changed with the 2 child limit and LCWRA element

• Finish and send the work capability form for Universal Credit

  If you can't work because you're sick or disabled, find out how to fill in the last section of the form and what to do after you send it back

• Best Start Grant

  Best Start Grant What is the Best Start Grant Check if you can get the Pregnancy and Baby Payment Check if you can get the Early Learning Payment Check if you can get the School Age Payment How much

• Help with debt and rent arrears on Universal Credit

  You might be able to get financial help if you're on Universal Credit and are in debt, have rent arrears or are struggling with money. Check what help you can get

• How to appeal against a Universal Credit decision at a tribunal

  How to appeal against a Universal Credit decision at an independent tribunal, including how to fill in the form and what to do if you've missed the deadline

• Universal Credit payments if you're self-employed

  Find out how your self-employed Universal Credit payments work, including how the DWP calculates your payments based on your income floor

• If you think you’ve been unfairly treated when applying for a job

  Find out what you can do if you weren't offered a job because of discrimination against you

• Get ready to fill in the work capability form for Universal Credit

  Find out what to do before you fill in the WCA50 form, so you can give the information you need