Universal Credit: Disability
Commons · Question 9778 · Tabled 15 Jun 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record
Answered 22 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Freddie van Mierlo
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps he is taking to ensure that the process of applying for and being in receipt of Universal Credit is accessible for individuals with autism.
Answer
Answered by Sir Stephen Timms, 22 Jun 2026
The Department is committed to ensuring Universal Credit is accessible to autistic customers, and focused on understanding the barriers autistic people may face when visiting Jobcentres and using our services. The Autism Standards Framework provides resou...