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By Ruby Flanagan A warning has been issued by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to Universal Credit claimants with a joint claim. The update came from the “Universal Credit and You” guidance page on Gov.uk. The page explains how a joint claim for Universal Credit works specifically highlighting what couples need to keep their Universal Credit eligibility. The warning was issued to both those making a new joint claim and those who are already in receipt of thebenefit. The update said: “If you’re in a couple and one of you does not meet their responsibilities you may receive a sanction …

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