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Nearly 500 migrants a day signing up for benefits: Report

Statistics from the Department of Work and Pensions revealed that 14,451 migrants began claiming Universal Credit last month, averaging 472 claims daily.
The overall number of foreign nationals receiving benefits rose to nearly 1.3 million, reflecting a 6.7 percent increase in one year.
The Home Secretary announced a new system requiring migrants to support themselves without claiming benefits to obtain indefinite leave to remain after 10 years.
From January, migrants who came as part of the 'Boriswave' will face a 10-year wait before being eligible for benefits.

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Nearly 500 migrants a day now claiming benefits as Mahmood prepare crackdown on welfare access

Statistics from the Department of Work and Pensions showed that 14,451 migrants began claiming Universal Credit last month, representing a daily rate of 472.

16 hours ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Sun

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Nearly 500 migrants a DAY sign up for benefits as total claiming UC hits 1.3M

NEARLY 500 migrants a day are signing up for benefits as claims by foreign nationals hit a record 1.3million. Last month, a blistering 472...

17 hours ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Express

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Migrant benefit claims skyrocket to record high as 500 sign up daily

Britain's benefit system is facing a seismic shift as new figures reveal a record number of migrants claiming Universal Credit, sparking nationwide debate.

21 hours ago·United Kingdom

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