Carers element and lcwra
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mandag1982
Online Community Member Posts: 9 Listener
Hi i claim uc and pip.
Can i continue to get the carers element if im awared lcwra?
I care for my son but didnt know if i could claim the element if im awarded lcwra. I know id have to cancel carers.
Thanks
Can i continue to get the carers element if im awared lcwra?
I care for my son but didnt know if i could claim the element if im awarded lcwra. I know id have to cancel carers.
Thanks
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No, you can't be paid both elements for yourself. You will be paid the LCWRA element because it's the higher amount.If you're claiming UC with a partner then they will be able to claim the carers element instead of you.0
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mandag1982 said:I know id have to cancel carers.0
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