Benefit cap levels increasing from April 2023
Benefit Cap
The UK Government has placed a limit on the total amount of benefits working-age people can receive. This is known as the
The cap amounts are:
- £423.46 per week (£22,020 a year) for couples
- £423.46 per week (£22,020 a year) for lone parents (if your children live with you)
- £283.71 per week (£14,753 a year) if you’re single.
If your income from benefits is above these levels, the amount of Housing Benefit or Universal Credit you receive may be reduced. Further information can be found at .
Where can you get help?
51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute Council’s welfare rights service can help – call 01546 605517.
Get advice about managing your money and what to do if you get into debt.
on 01546 605550