DWP: Every change to Universal Credit in 2021 explained as new year begins The coronavirus boost to benefits is due to come to an end Subscribe When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll 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. Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice It's a new year and changes to the Universal Credit (UC) benefits system are on the way. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has revealed how it will be altered in 2021.