The Tory UK Government plans to cut back Universal Credit by £20 a week in April, at a time when millions face a descent into poverty.

With rising unemployment, some six million people in this country rely on Universal Credit. 

The basic level of out-of-work support before the March boost was – at just £73 a week (£3,800 a year) – less than half the absolute poverty line.  People are being asked to get by on a tenner a day!

The £20 uplift may seem like pennies to this heartless Tory government, but it is literally the difference between turning the heating on or buying a warm coat for the kids for millions.  

Please sign this petition to demand that the increase to Universal Credit is made permanent and extended to claimants on legacy benefits.