Yes, but no, but maybe. Universal Credit itself does not hand out free glasses like party favors. However, it unlocks a secret back door to free eye tests and vouchers for specs. Think of it as a labyrinth where the cheese is at the center, but you need a map made of government forms.
Here’s the kicker: you don’t get the money for glasses directly from your Universal Credit payment. Instead, you qualify for an NHS Optical Voucher. This magical slip of paper is your golden ticket to not paying full price for lenses that let you see the bus number before it passes.
