Committees

DWP's response to the coronavirus outbreak

Inquiry

This inquiry looked at how coronavirus is affecting people who rely on the benefits system. It examined the Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP) response to the Covid-19 pandemic and whether the Universal Credit system meets the needs of those claiming benefits during this time.

It focused on:

  • The experiences of people claiming benefits for the first time
  • The experiences of people already claiming benefits
  • The experiences of people who need support but can’t claim any benefits.

Read the call for evidence to find out more about the inquiry.

Upcoming events

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Past events

Formal meeting (oral evidence session)
16 September 2021 - 10:15am to 12:30pm
Room 5, Palace of Westminster
Formal meeting (oral evidence session)
8 September 2021 - 9:15am to 11:30am
The Grimond Room, Portcullis House
Formal meeting (oral evidence session)
3 February 2021 - 9:15am to 11:45am
Virtual meeting
Formal meeting (oral evidence session)
2 February 2021 - 2:15pm to 4:30pm
Virtual meeting

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  • Email: workpencom@parliament.uk
  • Phone: 020 7219 8976 | Media enquiries to Oliver Florence on 020 7219 1679/florenceo@parliament.uk
  • Address: Work and Pensions Committee | House of Commons | London | SW1A 0AA