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people in households receiving benefits was partially reversed during the coronavirus pandemic, driven by a sharp rise in young adults needing help.

The proportion of adults aged 16-24 receiving benefits rose by two-thirds from nine to 15% between February 2020-21, according to analysis of UK Government figures by the Resolution Foundation.

The share of 25 to 29-year-olds receiving state welfare payments increased from 17 to 24%, while 27% of the 30-59 age group were claiming benefits in February 2021, up from 22%.

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