Benefits cap

Benefit cap levels increasing from April 2023

Benefit Cap

The UK Government has placed a limit on the total amount of benefits working-age people can receive. This is known as the https://www.gov.uk/benefit-cap/benefits-included-in-the-cap

The cap amounts are:

£423.46 per week (£22,020 a year) for couples
£423.46 per week (£22,020 a year) for lone parents (if your children live with you)
£283.71 per week (£14,753 a year) if you’re single.

If your income from benefits is above these levels, the amount of Housing Benefit or Universal Credit you receive may be reduced. Further information can be found at www.gov.uk/benefit-cap.

Where can you get help?

Argyll and Bute Council’s welfare rights service can help – call 01546 605517.

Get advice about managing your money and what to do if you get into debt.

Citizens Advice Bureau on 01546 605550