Income boosts, inflation drop, poverty rise, benefit adjustments in April

Summary: Millions saw income boosts in April with benefits and state pension increases. Inflation dropped to 3.2% in April. Absolute poverty rose for two consecutive years, with nearly a million more in poverty in 2022/23. The Household Support Fund was extended for 6 months. Benefits like Universal Credit and state pension are paid as usual, with some payment date adjustments for May bank holidays. Energy price cap dropped to £1,690 in April.

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