Brits could get extra Universal Credit payment to help cover costs â how to apply Brits who are struggling to cover costs while trying to look for a job can apply for an extra sum on top of their Universal Credit payment â here's how to apply 12:51, 10 DEC 2020 Updated The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now Sign up for Daily Star Hot Topics newsletter for the most exciting real life, fashion and sex tips HOT off the pressInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Yes, put some glamour in my life When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes theyâll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time.