Dundee City Council has put a series of measures in place to help people cope with the roll-out of universal credit this week.

The new system, which replaces six other benefits and tax credits, went live in the city on Wednesday.

Although the delivery of system is the responsibility of the Department for Work and Pensions, the move will have implications for the council and many of its partners.

A report stating the introduction of universal credit represents a significant change to Dundee residents will go before the policy and resources committee on Monday.

The report also notes extra money will be made available through the hardship fund to help support council tenants and prevent homelessness.

The council's finance spokesman Willie Sawers said: "The roll-out of universal credit full service by the Department for Work and Pensions will have a negative impact on people across Dundee.

"The council has implemented a wide range of measures to help citizens navigate their way through the new procedures."

An information booklet is available and staff at Central Library can provide support to people making and managing claims online.

The council's Connect team will continue to provide personal budgeting support for any customers finding it difficult to manage the single monthly payment.

Experts at Sheffied Hallam University believe welfare reforms will result in an estimated annual loss of £94m by 2021 within the city.