Strictly Come Dancing fans said they were 'screaming' as they thought Angela Scanlon had been replaced by another star. The Irish presenter was back in the ballroom on Saturday night (October 7) for the annual Movie Week extravaganza.
22.09.2023 - 14:49 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The cost of living crisis has forced many people to tighten their belts, especially students.
Fortunately, there is a wide range of support available to them, including extra cash from the government in the form of cost of living payments. The payments make up a government support scheme that sees people receiving means-tested benefits get up to £900 in 2023/24, with the first payment of £301 going out during the summer.
According to the government, students can also receive this if they claim a qualifying benefit such as Universal Credit. However, it may be more difficult for a student to claim Universal Credit than it would be otherwise.
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Firstly, a student can only claim the benefit if they are under 21 and take a course for a qualification that is at the same level as or below A levels. Otherwise, they can claim if they are responsible for a child or already receive one of the following:
Student income also has a direct effect on how much Universal Credit you receive - this will be assessed by the DWP. While student loans can also affect your chances of getting Universal Credit, it doesn't outright disqualify you.
For example, loans that cover maintenance costs such as rent and bills will be deducted from Universal Credit. However, Special Support loans and grants do not deduct any cash from Universal Credit.
It's important to know if you will receive payments from Universal Credit because you will not be eligible for any upcoming Cost of Living payment if your benefit is reduced to £0
Strictly Come Dancing fans said they were 'screaming' as they thought Angela Scanlon had been replaced by another star. The Irish presenter was back in the ballroom on Saturday night (October 7) for the annual Movie Week extravaganza.
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