My friend was suspended for gross misconduct, but is getting paid by his employer. Can he claim UC?

thinkingsoul
thinkingsoul Online Community Member Posts: 68 Connected
edited September 2021 in Universal Credit (UC)
So my friend is currently suspended but getting paid every Friday from his employer - he's commited gross misconduct, he said is he entitled to UC? I said no because your getting a wage off them while your suspended. anyone correct me if I'm wrong. Regards

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,463 Championing
    It totally depends on their circumstances. It would be impossible to answer that question without more information. Your friend should get some advice from an advice agency near them.
  • calcotti
    calcotti Online Community Member Posts: 10,001 Championing
    thinkingsoul said:
    So my friend is currently suspended but getting paid every Friday from his employer - he's commited gross misconduct, he said is he entitled to UC? I said no because your getting a wage off them while your suspended. anyone correct me if I'm wrong. Regards
    UC is based on finances - whether or not he is entitled depends on his household finances. Many UC claimants are in work and receiving wages.

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