healthsupport on Somerset Dailyhttps://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/healthsupport/Recent content in healthsupport on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usFri, 05 Jun 2026 04:15:00 +0000Hundreds Could Be Added to Universal Credit Claims Under New DWP Ruleshttps://somersetdaily.co.uk/hundreds-could-be-added-to-universal-credit-claims-under-new-dwp-rules/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:15:00 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/hundreds-could-be-added-to-universal-credit-claims-under-new-dwp-rules/Individuals with certain health conditions may be eligible for increased financial support through their Universal Credit claims. The amount of additional support depends on when the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) was informed about their condition and the specific nature of their diagnosis. This extra support, known as the Limited Capability for Work and Work-Related Activity (LCWRA) or the ‘health element’ of Universal Credit, can add hundreds of pounds each month.