Esa to uc

veryconfused
veryconfused Online Community Member Posts: 57 Contributor
in Universal Credit (UC)

hi all im in the final stage of migration to uc.im self employed and work part time,they have asked if i have had any gaps from work in the last 12months..i have had some (not many) does this alter any future payment?? ie,better to have none or lots?…many thanks

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  • veryconfused
    veryconfused Online Community Member Posts: 57 Contributor
  • Albus_Scope
    Albus_Scope Posts: 11,423 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    Heya @veryconfused they'll be asking if you've had gaps in employment so they can check to see if you get a grace period for the benefit cap, so it's always best to just be honest with the DWP.

  • veryconfused
    veryconfused Online Community Member Posts: 57 Contributor

    thanks albus,yes always be honest with them as they can see bank statements anytime.but what is a grace period benefit cap??..thanks

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