Will he have to claim UC and how does it affect other benefits?
Andrew1972
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My friend was awarded enhanced pip rate in November 2017 and then had an ESA assessment 4 weeks later which has resulted in him failing the assessment, will put in for mandatory rec and appeal . We are in a universal credit area so will he have to claim this and will he lose his pop by claiming unversal credit. Will his carer be affected by the loss of ESA . Any help or information would be greatly appreciated.
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Hi @Andrew1972, and welcome! I'd advise that you or your friend had a look at our ESA discussions, or our Universal Credit group, where you can find more support and information. Hope this helps!
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Hi Andrew and welcome
PIP remains outside of universal credit so won't be affected by loss of ESA.
As long as your friend has a PIP DL component his carer will still be able to claim as long as they meet the criteria
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Thanks for the help.
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Will failure of ESA assessment lead to an earlier PIP assessment which was only taken on 17/11/2017 .
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The PIP decision letter will give the probable review date.
The failure of an ESA assessment should have no effect on PIP re-assessment.
The DWP can review any claim at any time
CR
Be all you can be, make every day count. Namaste
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