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The Child Element of Universal Credit UK Explained

Hosts: Gareth Newman and Christopher Errington, Social Welfare Trainers, Society Matters CIC

In this series of sessions, Social Welfare Trainers Gareth Newman and Christopher Errington from Society Matters CIC explain different aspects of the Welfare Benefits System. 

In this third session in the series, Gareth and Chris discuss Universal Credit, and specifically, the Child Element of Universal Credit.

The session covers:

  1. What is the Child Element of Universal Credit and how does it work.
  2. What is the two-child limit and who is exempt.
  3. Who gets the disabled and severely disabled rates.
  4. How to apply for the Child Element.
  5. Q+A

Gareth and Chris are experienced advisers with Citizens Advice Gateshead, giving information, advice and guidance on the Welfare Benefits System.

Preparation

None required

Video time

30 minutes

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Universal Credit Explained

If you missed Gareth and Chris' other sessions in the series, you can catch up here!

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