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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a warning to the 8 million UK households currently claiming Universal Credit .

Eligibility for the benefit is based on numberous factors, including age, if you live with anyone, your relationship status, income, savings, and sometimes your physical and mental health.

However, if your circumstances change, then it is vital you inform the DWP immediately.

If you fail to do so, you could be paid more Universal Credit than needed, meaning UK households would need to pay this money back.

Typically, this takes the form of deductions from future Universal Credit payments.

On X, the DWP warned: "If you've moved in with a partner or your living arrangements have changed, remember to update your circumstances using your Unive

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