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Universal Credit provides much-needed support to people on low income. The Department for Work and Pensions has clarified that there are five specific work-related mistakes that could put your benefit claim in jeopardy - including not trying to improve your work and financial situation.

Before receiving their first payment, claimants have agree to hold themselves a certain list of expectations and rules through what’s known as a Claimant Commitment . Ignoring or not upholding these commitments can see a person’s benefit claim reduced or stopped through sanctions .

Although each commitment agreement is unique and set out by the DWP to meet the claimant’s individual needs and circumstances, there are some common requirements related to work.

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