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7.3 Million Working-Age Adults Claim Universal Credit in May 2026
As of May 2026, 7.3 million working-age adults in England and Wales are receiving Universal Credit, accounting for 20.3 percent of this population. The Department for Work and Pensions reported a record total of 8.5 million claimants, with the annual cost surpassing £80 billion. Political challenges may impede potential reforms aimed at reducing welfare dependency.
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Pat McFadden, Work and Pensions Secretary
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As of May 2026, 7.3 million working-age adults in England and Wales are receiving Universal Credit, accounting for 20.3 percent of this population. The Department for Work and Pensions reported a record total of 8.5 million claimants, with the annual cost surpassing £80 billion. Political challenges may impede potential reforms aimed at reducing welfare dependency.
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