House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Move to Universal Credit – Managed Migration from April 2024
25 January 2024 · Department for Work and Pensions
Proposed by Jo Churchill Con Bury St Edmunds
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The Government plans to issue Migration Notices starting in April 2024 to transition remaining households from legacy benefits to Universal Credit.
- Income Support claimants and Housing Benefit only claimants will be the first groups to receive Migration Notices.
- Support for individuals requiring extra assistance during the transition to Universal Credit will be provided.
Issue summary
The statement discusses the transition of remaining households from legacy benefits to Universal Credit by April 2024.
Action requested
The Government plans to issue Migration Notices sequentially starting in April 2024, beginning with Income Support claimants and Housing Benefit only claimants, followed by Employment Support Allowance with Child Tax Credits, and Jobseekers Allowance from September. Additional support will be provided for individuals who need extra help during the transition.
Key facts
- Universal Credit has been in place for over 10 years.
- Notifications to tax credit only households are progressing well, aiming to reach over 500,000 by March 2024.
- 'Move to Universal Credit' will begin across all Jobcentre districts by February 2024.
- Migration Notices for remaining Working Age benefit groups will start in April 2024 and continue through September.
- Additional support channels are available for individuals transitioning to Universal Credit.