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<p>Student loans and grants have a £110 disregard in each Universal Credit monthly
assessment period. After this threshold is met, they are treated as income and Universal
Credit is deducted accordingly. Special Support Elements or Grants are fully disregarded,
as these specifically cover the cost of an educational course.</p><p>Financial support
for students primarily comes from grants and the student loans system, which is specifically
designed for their needs, unlike the wider benefits system. It is right that Universal
Credit does not duplicate support already being given. In this respect, Universal
Credit mirrors other benefits such as Employment and Support Allowance, Housing Benefit,
and new-style Jobseekers Allowance.</p>
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