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serjfamily

Got a little confused.

Before claiming UC, we received £1,605.80 every month from ESA.

Now, with UC, we receive a standard allowance of £617.60 + LCWRA £416.19 = £1,033.79.

We have lost £572.01.

My husband was automatically transferred from old ESA to new-style ESA with LCWRA.

What is missing?

By the way, I have to wait for the health assessment form. (I have a fit note from my GP: January to July 2025).

My husband and I both receive enhanced PIP daily/mobility

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Kimi87

It's possible UC haven't added Transitional Protection to your award, sometimes this isn't done in time for your first statement.

Add a note to your Journal, under Payment, asking about missing Transitional Protection as your UC award (before deductions) is less than your legacy benefits.

The ESA deduction should be £598.86 as this is the monthly amount from New Style ESA.

Also if you are found to have LCWRA then no extra money will be paid, as in a couples claim the maximum number of LCWRA elements payable is one.