Increases and changes to Universal Credit and other benefits to happen from April 6 Universal Credit, Jobseekers Allowance, State Pensions and more will all see a boost when the new tax year begins in April. Here's the details of the increases... 10:20, 3 APR 2021 Updated A number of benefits will be boosted in the new tax year (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) 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 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.