Money & Home Energy Special Takeaways

18 Mar 2026

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  • UC Migration: Claim immediately; legacy benefits end 31 March

  • Transitional Protection: Claim by your notice deadline (or within 1 month) to keep your current rate

  • Energy Bills: Bills drop 7% (£117) automatically on 1 April; no action required

  • Rent: Report increases via your UC Journal on/after 1 April; early reports will be rejected