The new change has just come into affect
Many people across Glasgow could see their payments cut if they fail to meet a new Universal Credit threshold.
This means that people whose pay falls below these levels are placed in an 'intensive work search' group requiring them to attend weekly or fortnightly meetings, with a jobcentre work coach to get their working hours increased or move to a better-paid role.DWP bosses said 114,000 people were affected by the September change and another 120,000 will be affected by the January 2023 change that pushes their minimum pay to an even higher level.
"The Administrative Earnings Threshold determines which group a Universal Credit claimant is placed in based on how much they earn. This in turn impacts the level of support they receive to find work and develop a career, and the types of activities they must undertake, such as searching for opportunities to take up more or better-paid work or researching new career options.
Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Mel Stride said: "A hallmark of a compassionate society is giving those on low incomes the tools to progress and earn more. It is important that we continue to deliver targeted support so that those in work have access to the expertise and guidance of our dedicated work coaches.
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