Council tax benefit

Guerilla27
Guerilla27 Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener
edited April 3 in Universal Credit (UC)

Hi, I been told thst I need to migrate from ESA support group to universal credit. Do I have to apply for coucil tax benefit? Also due to my disabilities, I am not able to work. Does being moved to universal credit mean that I have to find a job? I have have asked these questions to the DWP and have answers saying yes and no on both accounts. I must admit I'm extremely worried about this move. Thank you.

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  • durhamjaide2001
    durhamjaide2001 Scope Member Posts: 13,705 Championing

    hi and welcome to the community unfortunately I can't help you with this subject but what I can do is recommend the coffee lounge for a general chat or the games den if it's fun you are after

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 4,800 Championing

    As you are in the Support Group you are entitled to LCWRA from the start of your claim. This means once everything is confirmed you'll have no work commitments.

    Are you already receiving Council Tax benefit?

  • Guerilla27
    Guerilla27 Online Community Member Posts: 2 Listener

    Hi, thanks for your answer, it's a relief. I'm already receiving council tax support.

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 4,800 Championing

    Some areas treat UC income differently to legacy benefits, this means some people have seen the amount they need to pay towards CT increase.

    Council Tax Reduction is decided on at a local level and each area runs a different scheme. This means we can't advise on individual cases from here.

    When you apply for UC, they should let your council know but it's a good idea to inform them yourself also. Your CTR will be recalculated based on your UC award.

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