PM refuses to say whether £20 weekly rise in Universal Credit will be extended

The transcript discusses the UK government's decision on whether to continue providing an extra £20 per week to people on Universal Credit beyond March. It highlights the government's commitment to supporting citizens during the pandemic, with £280 billion already spent on various measures. The Prime Minister emphasizes the importance of maintaining Universal Credit to support people through the crisis.

How much support has the government provided during the pandemic?

What is the government's stance on abolishing Universal Credit?