We also recognise that the Government must provide further support to boost the economy to ensure that a recovery takes hold and that we support our most vulnerable. The first part of this part of the package comprises a $25 across-the-board, permanent increase to main benefits from 1 April 2020; a doubling of the amount paid in 2020 through the winter energy payment; and removing the hours test from the in-work tax credit to assist those who may face variable hours.