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very first wca assessment
Hi ive just applied for esa for the first time and filled out a wca form for depression and znxiety and I was wondering how long it takes before i get the wca assessment as i remember seeing somewhere online theres a backlog. i am also really worried as although my condition was going on for nearly a year since april 2022.…
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Deprivation of capital and universal credit
I have looked at rules re deprivation of capital for UC and am worried about spending money my benefits total 1339 through pip and uc after paying rent so I have a lot of disposable income which will just increase my savings every month until I hit 16k then my benefits will stop. If they stop my benefits if I reach 16k…
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UC Review
I have been going through this review since April. Firstly they didn’t advise me my photo of ID wasn’t right, I wrote to them as I had heard nothing. Then. They accepted my bank statements and asked for a check code of driving licence which I sent. They then accepted this and 2weeks ago said they would review evidence…
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Verification
Hi I know can take 5 weeks to get a payment ( migrating from esa to uc ) , had worker come out and verify my documents but I’m wondering how long does it take for that to show on system, as tried to click for an advance but says not verified yet still even though I am ( but not showing if get me ) . Does anyone know ?…
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Moving over to universal credit from esa
Hi looking for some advise im migrating over frames to uc on the 24th June my deadline is 3rd July me and my partner will obviously opening our own claim then joining them together as a joint couples claim my issue is my partner has claimed for us both for years he gets housing benefit paid council tax is in both our names…
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Hi, my name is Kaysains96! When will I get my first LCWRA payment and any back payments?
hello, I’ve been off sick since December 24 and had fit notes since March 25 which I’ve reported, I had a WCA and been told I’m LCWRA when will I receive my first payment/back payment if any owed? Could anyone help please 🤞🏽
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LCWRA/Talking Therapies
Good afternoon, I have a query about making a claim for the LCWRA of UC and Talking Therapies treatment. Firstly, I have a stutter which has been described as significant by medical professionals and I already claim PIP where I gained 8 points for this. I also do not like engaging/mixing with other people. Largely because…
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Savings and Universal Credit - When to let them know?
Hello, If my savings are below 6000 and I'm dipping in and out of my savings every now and again, do I need to let DWP know? Or is this only if it's above 6000? Similarly, I presume I don't need to report every time I dip in above 6000? I guess just be mindful of if it goes over each 250 i.e. 6250 then 6500 etc, to make…
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deprivation of capital
Hi everyone again, I've just wondering about this. With this rule what does it mean? Basically can you spend what you want on anything if you are under £6000 or is it like if you are over £6000 and spend or send someone like £2000 just to get you back below the capital limit for example. Anyone got a clue what it means?
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Permitted work
Hello. I am being migrated over from esa to universal credit. Under esa I did permitted work where I attend meetings to give my mental health lived experience in a no pressure environment. I am paid for my attendance. How do I declare that under universal credit which does not recognize permitted work? I am not under an…
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will it effect my UC if my 18 year son moves back in
Hi I want to know will it effect my UC if my 18 year son moves back in with me. I get single claim and a top up for health issues
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Universal credit budgeting advance
Hi there can you please advise if don't have a bed i only have £37.50 to pay I'm going pay this on weekend first question how long untill it shows cleared on my universal credit account and can I request a advanced budgeting loan for a bed and matteres dose it matter I want to take the full £474 to buy a new bed and…
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To those migrating to UC be warned about council tax support
Just thought I'd give a head up to those moving to UC that your council tax may be reduced on UC mum moved from ESA to UC and once the council knows about the move as UC tells them we got am email to tell us that now she's moved to UC her council tax support is being reduced from 100% to 80% and will get a new bill soon.…
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Travelling abroad while on UC LCWRA
Hello everyone, I have been awarded UC (LCWRA) and PIP due to suffering from complex PTSD as well as depression and anxiety - for which I am currently going through therapy. I have a few questions regarding travelling abroad for a 14 day holiday to see family. I am worried about doing the right thing regarding travelling…
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LCWRA + PIP and doing a master's degree
What the title says. I will be receiving postgraduate loan for my master's degree, however it will be entirely for my tuition fees. Will that affect my UC and cause me to get less payments? I'm on LCWRA and claim PIP too.
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Home visit
hi I have a home visit tomorrow so they can verify my ID , as my mental health condition etc I couldn’t go to jobcentre. I feel really sick and anxious as I don’t like strangers in my home due to an assault i suffered although thankfully it’s a lady who is coming . ( no disrespect to men btw just how is for me ) . I have…
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Work capacity assessment
Has anyone asked for a copy of their work capacity assessment? If yes, how? and was it useful to read the report ? Thank you
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Hello. UC query
HI, My 26 year old daughter lives with us and works. We are just moving from ESA to UC. I'm in receipt of DLA (middle care) and my husband gets high rate PIP. Will our UC credit be reduced because my daughter works? Thanks
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What’s best for partner
my partner get universal credit with that she get most of her rent paid 1child element and allowance and also waiting to hear back about getting carers element for me (we live in different houses) my questions is she want to go to work is it better for her to work 16 hours or more that 16?
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Lcw
Hi ive been awarded lcw, I am employed but been on sick leave for 5 months, am I able to leave my job without being sanctioned by uc? My health problems are anxiety and depression, made worse by my job on health care Thanks
