If you’re on Universal Credit, you’re in luck. The cost-of-living payment is back for a third round. Yes, they know we’re counting. Expect £450 in two instalments: one in April, one in October. Mark your calendar. Set three alarms. Don’t miss it.
Disabled folks? You’re getting a £200 lump sum in June. It’s meant to help with medical equipment and higher energy use. But let’s be real—it’ll probably go on heating or that random Uber Eats when you can’t cook.
Housing Help? Finally.
Renters, I see you. The Local Housing Allowance is being unfrozen for the first time in ages. That means more cash for private renters on benefits. It’s not enough to buy a castle, but it might stop you eating baked beans for every single meal. Baby steps, right?
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Oh, and council tax. No massive hikes in 2026—just a 3% rise, capped by Parliament. That’s still annoying, but it’s not the 10% jump we saw last year. Cue celebratory biscuit.
