Question to the Department for Work and Pensions:
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if she will make it her policy to ensure that universal credit advances are non-repayable during the covid-19 outbreak.
The Department is monitoring the adequacy of its response to the spread of COVID-19 closely and is determined to provide effective financial support to people across the country during this challenging period. Further measures will be taken if shown to be necessary.