Can you get PIP and housing benefits?

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nykkie1
nykkie1 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited September 2018 in PIP, DLA, ADP and AA
Good evening all
im getting pip and have just moved over to universal credit
i was told my housing benefit will continue to be paid
yet I receive a letter stating it has been ended.
am I able to claim housing benefit as I get pip?
im really confused as one person is telling me one thing and another total different 
please can someone help me understand what's going on!
many thanks in advance
nykkie

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  • thespiceman
    thespiceman Online Community Member Posts: 6,283 Championing
    Hello @nykkie1   Pleased to meet you welcome.

    Thank you for joining and sharing. I do not know the answer to your question. There will be some one from our community or team be able to advise.

    Have you spoken to CAB for guidance and advice. Benefits are complex and confusing. They may be able to advise on your situation.

    Something to consider.

    We are a supportive community. Care and share and friendly.

    Hope that helps.

    @thespiceman
  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,463 Championing
    Hi,

    PIP isn't means tested and will depend on circumstances. As you were previously receiving housing benefit and move to Universal credit then your housing benefit is paid as part of UC in what's called a housing element. To claim this with your UC then DWP will need your tenancy agreement.

    What were you claiming before UC and what was your reasons for claiming it? Possibly a house move to a new local council maybe?

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