Keir Starmer speaks on Universal Credit increase

The video discusses the importance of maintaining the £20 uplift in Universal Credit during the pandemic. It highlights the financial struggles faced by families and the critical role this uplift plays in helping them meet basic needs. The debate around the long-term changes needed in the Universal Credit system is also addressed, emphasizing that immediate support should not be withdrawn during the pandemic.

What is the significance of the £20 uplift in Universal Credit during the pandemic?

How do families rely on the emergency support provided by Universal Credit?

Why is it considered wrong to remove the uplift during a pandemic?

What are the long-term changes suggested for Universal Credit?

What are the potential consequences of stripping away £20 from families?