Martin Lewis 'there's a huge overlap' update over which DWP claimants pay tax

MoneyMartin LewisHe spoke out Universal Credit and pensioner incomeNicholas Dawson13:08, 13 Jul 2026Martin Lewis has spoken out to clarify which DWP claimants have to pay tax. He had some words to say about Universal Credit and pension income.‌The issue came to light after he put a poll on social media asking his fans how they think their standard of living compares with the UK average. The four options were your standard of living is either higher than the average, about the same, lower, or you don't know.‌One person disagreed with the wording of the question, saying it "should have been directed to taxpayers only" as "they will feel worse off". The person also asserted: "If they're on benefits, they'll definitely be better off."‌'Huge overlap'Mr Lewis responded to this to say he disagree