UC Migration as a Pensioner

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hopeforall

So, less than a year ago, I (finally, after a long fight) got awarded enhanced on both with a 10 year light touch review. I've just become a pensioner. My partner is already a pensioner. How will this affect me. I've not yet applied for housing/council tax benefits but I am considering it. What does the migration mean for me.

Rachel_Scope

Hi @hopeforall. Sorry no-one was able to answer your question. Have you applied for housing/council tax benefits?

Kimi87

UC is for those of working age.

Therefore, UC migration will not be relevant to you or your partner.

Your PIP will carry on as it is outside the UC system anyway.

As you are both over pension age, applications can be made with your local council for Housing benefit and Council Tax Reduction.

hopeforall

I haven't applied yet but I'm considering applying for H.B and C T. I am waiting to speak to Pension Wise. I get just under the full state pension and I have 3 small work pensions (a pot of about 5.5k) so once I know whats what with that I can work what I need/can do. My husband doesn't get full state pension either and he hasnt any other pensions.

pensiongal

Hiya, if you're both pensioners you should apply for pension credit and housing benefit as universal credit is for working age people or mixed age couples (one working age, one retired). Hope this helps. Good luck 😊