Returning to work - LCWRA

KoreyJ22
KoreyJ22 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
Hello everyone :) 
I was granted LCWRA after a breakdown, (easiest way to put it) and I am now starting to feel a bit better again. I want to return to the work environment.

What would be the process in regards to LCWRA? Would I simply just inform UC of my plans to RTW?

Any advice would be wonderful! 

Thank you in advance, 

Korey

Comments

  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 62,398 Championing
    Yes, once you start working you need to "report a change of circumstances" by logging into your journal, assuming you have access to one. The click "work and earnings" and tell them you've started work.

    You have the work allowance so any earnings up to that amount will be ignored, after that there will be a 55% deduction in your UC. If you claim for help with the rent then it will be £379/month, if you don't it will be £631/month.

    Please be aware, if the work you do contradicts the reasons why you were found to have LCWRA then it could go against you at your next review.
  • Jimm_Scope
    Jimm_Scope Posts: 5,409 Scope Online Community Specialist
    Hey @KoreyJ22 :) welcome to our community! Poppy's already answered your question better than I could so I just wanted to welcome you and hope your time here is helpful and a good experience.

    Good luck in your return to work, I hope you find something you really enjoy doing!