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All Universal Credit claimants will receive a standard allowance but extra amounts will be awarded for certain elements such as having children and housing costs.
A claimant's earnings will also affect how much is paid, with Universal Credit reducing by 63p for every £1 earned.
Any changes in circumstances may also alter payment amounts and these are assessed on a monthly basis.
The minimum a claimant can receive will range between £342.72 and £594.04, with the payments determined by age and relationship statuses.