Written question asked by Matt Vickers (Conservative) on Thursday, 5 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 March 2026. It was answered by Andrew Western (Labour) on Friday, 13 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.
Bereavement Support Payment
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if he will make an assessment of the adequacy of the Bereavement Support Payment in the context of trends in the cost of living.
- Answer
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Bereavement Support Payment (BSP) is intended to provide support during the acute period following a bereavement when people may face sudden costs or disruption. Where longer-term income support is needed for everyday living costs, qualifying individuals can access Universal Credit, which is generally increased in line with inflation.
The rate of Bereavement Support Payment is reviewed on a discretionary basis each year as part of the annual uprating process.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 118276
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Cost of living Bereavement support payment
- Link
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- 2026-03-13 13:30:57 +0000
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