Petition · past parliament · Department for Work and Pensions
Do not suspend Universal Credit payments while reviewing claims
Closed
2,422 signatures
What the petition asks
We urge the Government not to suspend payments when it is reviewing Universal Credit claims. The current practice can cause severe financial hardships for claimants who depend on these funds for essential living expenses.
The suspension of payments can create a ripple effect, exacerbating the very hardships the Universal Credit system aims to alleviate. Families and individuals, some of whom are already vulnerable, can find themselves in situations where meeting basic needs becomes a daily struggle. This contradicts the fundamental goal of the welfare system to provide support and stability to those who need it most.
Timeline
| 12 Dec 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
2,422
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
Opened
12 Dec 2023
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.