Written questions

Universal Credit: Disability

Commons · Question 104428 · Tabled 8 Jan 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 11 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Ben Coleman

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what protections are in place for claimants with disabilities during the Universal Credit migration process.

Answer

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 11 Feb 2026

The Department for Work and Pensions is committed to ensuring that the transition to Universal Credit works as smoothly and safely as possible for all individuals, including for disabled people. Customers moving from DWP legacy benefits or Housing Benefit...