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Key Take Aways
Over £24 billion of welfare support remains unclaimed in 2025, highlighting systemic under-claiming issues.
More than 7 million households are missing out, driven by both under-claiming and evolving eligibility criteria.
Targeted intervention is beginning to reverse historical trends of under-claiming support.
The article underscores the importance of understanding barriers faced by low-income households in accessing welfare benefits.
Accurate, granular data is critical for authorities seeking to close support gaps and improve uptake.
Better data collection and analysis can facilitate more effective targeting and outreach strategies.
The analysis suggests that enhanced engagement could significantly boost support uptake, with substantial financial implications.
It emphasises the need for policies that address both claims process complexities and awareness gaps.
The article advocates for an integrated appr...
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