Written question asked by Helen Whately (Conservative) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 April 2026 (named day). A holding answer was provided on Monday, 20 April 2026. A substantive answer was provided by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

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Universal Credit

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many households in receipt of Universal Credit have a total gross household income, including earnings and other income, within the (a) £0–£20,000, (b) £20,001–£40,000, (c) £40,001–£60,000, (d) £60,001–£80,000, (e) £80,001–£100,000, (f) £100,001–£120,000, (g) £120,001–£140,000 and (h) £140,000+ band.