The Conservatives have pledged to introduce new work requirements for people under the age of 25 who claim Universal Credit, framing the proposal as a “tough love” approach to benefits policy.
The party says the changes would apply to young people receiving Universal Credit. The available announcement does not set out the precise requirements, how they would be enforced or when any changes would take effect.
The pledge focuses on linking benefit support for under-25s to new expectations around work. No further details of the proposed rules or the party’s wider plans for Universal Credit are provided in the supplied material.
The latest position is that the Conservatives have announced the proposed policy, with further information needed on its practical operation and potential impact on young claimants.
