ESA + support group to Universal not a clue ?

ketokid · September 4

Hi I'm on long term ESA and in the support group i also got my pip back a few months ago after a telephone tribunal plus ive got my SDP back we just got a letter this morning saying that I have to go on to u-credit by end of November, I'm totally confused and have no idea what's going on will I get less money please help thanks

Kimi87 · September 4

Universal credit is replacing six income based benefits including New Style ESA.

Citizens Advice have a Help to Claim service, they can support you before during and after your claim.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/universal-credit/claiming/contact-us-about-universal-credit/

Venetia · September 4

You shouldn't get less money due to Transitional Protection. This is an amount added to your Universal Credit to ensure you are no worse off.

It will not affect your PIP as this is a separate benefit.

Kimi87 · September 4

Turn2us have a great guide to TP:

https://www.turn2us.org.uk/get-support/information-for-your-situation/universal-credit-uc-transitional-protection/what-is-universal-credit-uc-transitional-protection

ketokid · September 4

Hi kimi87 Thanks will do that the letter say that my partner that I live with but not married to both of have to make a joint claim my partner is 67 and just recently got his pension, so still in the dark

Kimi87 · September 4

As you live together you will claim UC as a couple. You'll be known as what's called a mixed age couple. His pension will be treated as income & deducted in full from your UC award.

Citizens Advice can answer any questions and help support you throughout the process.

ESA + support group to Universal not a clue ?

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