DWP plans benefit increases impacting 19 million households from April 2025

Starting in April 2025, a range of benefits in the UK, including Universal Credit and Child Benefit, will see increases due to a 1.7% inflation adjustment based on the Consumer Prices Index. The State Pension will rise by 4.1% under the triple lock mechanism, which guarantees the highest increase among inflation, wage growth, or 2.5%. Approximately 19 million households will benefit from these adjustments, which also include changes to the standard allowance for Universal Credit and additional payments for children. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is also preparing a Green Paper to propose reforms in health and disability benefits, emphasizing public consultation with affected individuals. Furthermore, discussions are ongoing regarding the controversial two-child benefit cap, with the government reviewing its impact on child poverty. These changes reflect the government's ongoing commitment to support families and individuals reliant on welfare assistance.