Research and analysis

Evaluation of the Universal Support delivered locally trials

This report presents findings from evaluation of the Universal Support delivered locally trials.

• From: Department for Work and Pensions
• Published: 6 July 2016
• Last updated: 12 July 2016 — See all updates

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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Evaluation of the Universal Support delivered locally trials

Ref: ISBN 978-1-78425-808-5, Ad hoc research report 33

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Summary: Evaluation of the Universal Support delivered locally trials

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Details

This report presents findings from the evaluation of the ‘Universal Support – delivered locally’ trials, which ran in 11 areas of Great Britain between September 2014 and August 2015, with 6 areas extended for a further 3 months to November 2015.

The trials were intended to test new ways of identifying, engaging and supporting claimants that may have transitional personal budgeting or digital support needs under Universal Credit. The trials also explored different models of partnership working between local authorities, Jobcentre Plus and organisations that can provide transitional support.

The department has started to use the findings to develop and inform its strategy for Universal Support to support future design and delivery as the full Universal Credit service evolves and expands.

Published 6 July 2016
Last updated 12 July 2016 + show all updates

1. 12 July 2016

   Revised version of the report published, includes updated information in section 1.1.1 on the policy for Universal Credit payments.

2. 6 July 2016

   First published.