Universal credit
Part of:
Redundancy support
Universal Credit is a payment to help with living costs. You may be able to get Universal Credit if you are out of work. Find out more about Universal Credit.
You may also be eligible to claim New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance or New Style Employment and Support Allowance.
If you need to make a claim, you will need to apply online. If you need help making a claim online, contact the Universal Credit helpline on 0800 328 5644 or text phone 0800 328 1344.