# Welfare Reform Act 2012, Section 1: Universal credit

Extent: E+W+S

(1) A benefit known as universal credit is payable in accordance with this Part.
(2) Universal credit may, subject as follows, be awarded to—
(a) an individual who is not a member of a couple (a “single person”), or
(b) members of a couple jointly.
(3) An award of universal credit is, subject as follows, calculated by reference to—
(a) a standard allowance,
(b) an amount for responsibility for children or young persons,
(c) an amount for housing, and
(d) amounts for other particular needs or circumstances.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2012/5/section/1 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/welfare-reform-act-2012/section-1
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