Is there a maximum amount of hours I can work on PIP? Does PIP automatically qualify me for LCWRA?

Shazza16
Shazza16 Online Community Member Posts: 5 Connected
edited February 2022 in Universal Credit (UC)
Hi, I am really needing some help.
I was meant to be having a LCFW assessment on the 22nd Feb but they cancelled it as no Dr available. They are meant to be rearranging.
I am back at work on a phased return but I'm absolutely unable to work my full shifts  
I get PIP standard living and enhanced mobility  - is there a maximum amount of hours I can work? Also does having already had a PIP assessment does this automatically qualify me for LCFWWA. Sorry so many questions 

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  • Alex_Alumni
    Alex_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,538 Championing
    Don't apologise @Shazza16 you are more than welcome to ask questions. So that our members can answer you more easily, I've marked your post as unanswered for now. 
  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,463 Championing
    edited February 2022
    There's no maximum amount of hours you can work while claiming UC, if you don't have the work allowance then any earnings received during your assessment period will reduce your UC by 55%.
    However, if the work you do contradicts the reasons for your limited capability for work then it can go against you when the decision is made.
    Your PIP award doesn't automatically qualify you for LCWRA. There are some conditions in which some people will automatically qualify. See link. https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/universal-credit-uc/uc-faq/limited-capability-for-work-related-activity
    The link also includes the descriptors for LCWRA.

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