Universal credit behind rising rent arrears and food bank use, `guinea pig` councils say
(The Guardian Money News)

Research by Southwark and Croydon councils reveals devastating effect of new benefits systemThe universal credit system is pushing poor tenants deeper into rent arrears and sending food bank referrals soaring, according to a study by two councils that have been guinea pigs for the new regime. Related: Backbench Tories hint at significant universal credit climbdown Continue reading...