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<p>When fully rolled out, Universal Credit will support households with around £62
billion a year across the whole of Great Britain. In addition, Universal Credit covers
up to 85% of childcare costs, up from 70% in the old system.</p><p> </p><p>The Department
has made no assessment specifically in Jarrow, South Tyneside or the North East specifically.
However, we continue to evaluate progress as we roll out Universal Credit nationally
in a careful and co-ordinated way, reviewing against key measures, to ensure safe
and secure delivery.</p><p> </p><p>Work is the best route out of poverty, and Universal
Credit is designed to strengthen incentives to move into and progress in work.</p>
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