UC, LCWRA and state pension

Leigh14

Just wondering about these things, though they don’t affect me for a while yet. Currently I get UC and LCWRA. What happens when I get a state pension?
Thankyou

Leigh14

Can I have the above post deleted please. Thankyou.

janer1967

Hi there 

I'm not 100% sure but they are both benefits linked to unemployment or low earnings or being unfit for workn so I would imagine they will stop when you become personable age 

Hopefully other members can give you more advice 

Leigh14

Thankyou @janer1967. I think I read if you’re on PIP before pension age, then it’s carried over. 

janer1967

Yes that's correct if you already have a PIP award in place that goes beyond retirement age then you retain the award 

The only thing is that if you dont already get mobility part you cant get this part or get an increased award for mobility once retirement age but you keep it at current rate if you already have it 

Hope that makes sense 

Leigh14

Yes that makes sense, thankyou. 

calcotti

For UC depends whether you are single or part of a couple.

if single, UC ends when you reach pension age. As a pensioner you may be able to claim Pension Credit and if you need help with rent have to claim Housing Benefit.

if you have a partner who is younger than you then you remain on UC but the UC payable will be reduced by your pension income.

Leigh14

Thankyou calcotti. Very useful information to know.