Help with Carer's Element in UC!

Sofia123
Sofia123 Online Community Member Posts: 33 Connected
in Universal Credit (UC)

I have been getting UC for around a year after migrating from ESA last year.

So as an over 25+ singleton, I get Standard rate = £400 + LCWRA = £423 and transitional protection which is 63.41/ month. I also separately claim Carer's Allowance for looking after my mum full time. However, after UC reductions (of £360) I only get £525/month. I understand there is also a separate Carer's element in UC but I do not get that. Am I eligible for that element, or am I currently getting the correct amount?

Thanks in advance

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  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 8,568 Championing

    Your UC award is currently correct as the same person cannot get paid for both Carers Element & LCWRA.

    The higher amount applies which is LCWRA.

  • Sofia123
    Sofia123 Online Community Member Posts: 33 Connected

    Thanks Kimi,

    Really appreciate your input and gives me reassurance that I'm currently on the right amount.

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