The Independent reports that the Department for Work and Pensions will compensate tens of thousands of individuals affected by the transition from legacy benefits to universal credit. Approximately 57,000 claimants, many of whom lost severe disability premiums during this move, will receive payments of up to £5,000 as a result of recent court rulings that revealed the government's failure to protect their incomes. This compensation scheme follows unsuccessful attempts by the DWP to contest the High Court decisions, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for welfare recipients in navigating the benefits system.
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that tens of thousands of benefit claimants will receive significant compensation following major court battles over disability payments.
Around 57,000 individuals are expected to receive payments up to £5,000, compensating those who experienced income reduction during the transition to universal credit.
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