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UK Parliament · Public Bill · No. 2184

Universal Credit (Application, Advice and Assistance) Bill

[As Introduced]
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This bill aims to make it simpler for people to apply for Universal Credit (a government payment for those on low incomes) and to give them better advice and support throughout the process. It's about reducing confusion and helping people get the money they're entitled to more easily.

Presented by Dr Philippa Whitford.
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The people's count15 votes
100% Aye · 150% No · 0
MPs' vote445 MPs
81% Ayes · 36119% Noes · 84
The democratic gap

19% , a moderate gap

Bill passage

Commons

  • 1st reading27 Nov 2017
  • 2nd reading