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Universal Credit and Vulnerable People: The Tricky Bits Training

Universal Credit and Vulnerable People: The Tricky Bits Training

Universal Credit and Vulnerable People: The Tricky Bits Training

Thursday, October 10, 2024

The Frontline Network are delighted to offer, through our Outsourced Training Programme, Universal Credit and Vulnerable People: The Tricky Bits training session delivered by BGPS.

Please be aware this session is exclusively offered to frontline workers who support people experiencing homelessness and are based in the United Kingdom. If this criteria does not apply to your circumstances you will not be able to attend this event.

About this event

Homeless claimants are twice as likely to be sanctioned and have their benefits cut which can lead directly to people who are homeless dropping out of the system. This course looks at how to negotiate the ‘tricky bits’ in UC that often result in client’s benefit being stopped and covers:-

  • How to claim for people with complex needs
  • Getting the right Claimant Commitment
  • Challenging sanctions
  • Alternative Payment Arrangements
  • Third Party Deductions
  • Managed Migration

Essential for anyone who supports clients who are dependent on welfare benefits.

Who Can Attend

This training opportunity if open to frontline workers who are based in the United Kingdom in positions supporting people experiencing homelessness.

All attending must register with their work email address for us to verify the above criteria. Registering using a personal email address will mean your ticket will be returned.

For more information on this event or to book your place, visit Eventbrite page here.

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