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if I add sap to my esa will that trigger a change to uc?
I’m migrating over next year but want to add this first.
Can anyone help me with this please?
No, adding SDP to your ESA will not trigger a change to UC 😊
is that 💯 as I’m really scared to rock the boat so to spend. I’m in the support group and receive daily living standard and enhanced mobility, have done for the last 2 years and didn’t know about thie sdp. Would it be backdated do you know please?
thank you for your help
Yes, claiming SDP isn't something that triggers a change to UC.
Firstly, are you sure you qualify for SDP?
https://www.gov.uk/disability-premiums/eligibility
Secondly, SDP can be backdated to the date you became eligible.
This isn't usually done automatically so you will have to request this. That request will go to a Decision Maker to decide when it gets backdated from. If refused, you can appeal.
yes. I was told because I get dl and high mobility I qualify.
You also need to be living alone (or you live with someone and they get a qualifying benefit, they’re registered blind, they’re a boarder or subtenant- but not a close relative, they make separate payments to the landlord).
Plus if someone gets Carers Allowance or Carers Element (UC) for looking after you, there is no eligibility to SDP.
yes. I live alone
Thanks for your help
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