OREANDA-NEWS. This report presents findings from the evaluation of the ‘Universal Support – delivered locally’ trials, which ran in 11 areas of Great Britain between September 2014 and August 2015, with 6 areas extended for a further 3 months to November 2015.

The trials were intended to test new ways of identifying, engaging and supporting claimants that may have transitional personal budgeting or digital support needs under Universal Credit. The trials also explored different models of partnership working between local authorities, Jobcentre Plus and organisations that can provide transitional support.