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<p>Universal Credit takes earnings into account in a way that is fair and transparent.
The amount of Universal Credit paid reflects, as closely as possible, the actual circumstances
of a household during each monthly assessment period, including any earnings reported
by the employer during the assessment period, regardless of when they were paid, or
which month they relate to.</p><p>Assessment periods allow for Universal Credit awards
to be adjusted on a monthly basis, ensuring that if claimants’ incomes fall, they
do not have to wait several months for a rise in their Universal Credit award.</p><p>Claimants
can discuss queries about how fluctuating income effects Universal Credit with their
case managers and work coaches, who can also signpost to services appropriate to individual
circumstances.</p><p>The Government is working with employers to ensure that they
use the most appropriate payment practices and comply with RTI guidelines in order
to minimise the incidence of erroneous or late reporting by employers. HMRC have updated
the guidance to reiterate to employers the importance of reporting accurate dates
and the impact on payment cycles.</p><p>More guidance on this is available at the
following link: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/universal-credit-different-earning-patterns-and-your-payments/universal-credit-different-earning-patterns-and-your-payments-payment-cycles"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/universal-credit-different-earning-patterns-and-your-payments/universal-credit-different-earning-patterns-and-your-payments-payment-cycles</a></p>
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