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<p>There is clear evidence that work offers people the best opportunity to get out
of poverty. A working-age adult living in a household where every adult is working
is about 6 times less likely to be in relative poverty than one living in a household
where nobody works.</p><p> </p><p>Universal Credit (UC) replaces six outdated and
complex benefits with one – it is simplifying the benefits system and making work
pay. As a result, people claiming UC move into work faster, stay in work longer and
spend more time looking to increase their earnings. UC provides more help with childcare
costs (eligible claimants are able to claim up to 85 per cent of their childcare costs,
compared to 70% on the legacy system), a dedicated Work Coach, and removes the 16-hour
‘cliff edge’ for workers.</p><p> </p><p>The Department continues to conduct research
and analysis to enhance our understanding surrounding working claimants, as well as
working with stakeholders and customers to develop our approach. Our Work Coaches
are fully trained to provide tailored advice on career development to help claimants
explore ways to grow their earnings.</p>
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