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I would like advice on UC and going abroad. My assessment period is 22nd to 21st of the month. If I go with my mum to see my brother in Australia when should o go and come back without losing 

Hi there I'm thinking of taking my private pension early and need to know if it will affect my lcwra payment

I started my pip application 12th march 2026 . Had my assesment 4 weeks ago. Called today and was told is now in someones work box. How long until a decision is made

I honestly think I thought I must be the worst story out there, and when you find out your local police is the 2nd worst one in UK, well it makes sense and everything you've been through makes complete sense… And how they let down victims etc

The Universal Credit Act 2025 aims to rebalance Universal Credit by encouraging employment for those who can work and targeting support for those with severe health conditions. It takes effect from 6 April 2026. The Act ensures that the four rates of the Universal Credit standard allowance will rise above inflation from…

I hate the way its been hijacked…. by MSM, etc its a millennia old weather pattern, its a vortex of hot air that circulates around the south & mid Americas since year dot, it brings hot/wet/tropical conditions … notice of how it was termed "jet stream" for years, the reason wasn't science - it was an anti Hispanic vibe…

I am travelling from the UK to continental Europe on a Ryanair flight. I travel with my mobility scooter abroad and the norm is for the airline to take the lithium battery with me on the flight and place it in the cabin. I have been able to get my hand on another battery to act as extra. My question is whether Ryanair…

Hello! I'm new on here and hoping to meet other people with similar experiences to me.

Hi there I'm a disability advocate and am part of Scope’s Storytelling Team and the MS Society's Disability Panel amongst other things.

That's because im stuck at home so don't get to see many people. Isolation is the worse. I have a partner, he is literally a silent partner & my daughter & granddaughter they make it worth getting up. Next worse being out on your mobility scooter & suddenly being invisable to all walking past ? What's that about. And the…

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Dear community, I have been awarded New Style ESA and placed in the Support Group. My letter says my award will end after 12 months. Is this an assessment/review period, or does my ESA actually stop after 12 months? I also receive LCWRA. Thanks

hi there. I’m soo confused with all the lwca rules and would really like some guidance on what to expect. I handed in my first 3mnth sick note on 30th of Jan 25. I got my letter for lwca on 25 Feb to b returned by 28 mar. I had my wca on 15 May and was told they would be advising DWP I’m unfit. When will my 3mnth wait…

Well (pun intended), the Thundergods have delivered their message to the people on this histrionic day!

I am a overthinker person I spend a lot of time replaying conversations I know everyone overthinks sometimes, but lately it feels like it's becoming a habit and it's exhausting. I find it hard to relax because my mind is always analyzing something.

Hi My hubby had a message on our UC claim ref a voluntary health call. I responded, no thank you and informed them he is in the LCWRA group. I also informed them that since Jan 26 till the 3rd June when I replied to the message that he had 251 seizures. He also has other health problems. Do I need to say anything else. Tyia

aint it funny of how when somebody who thinks differently is mocked & has attempts of ridicule made on him…. interesting ….!

& its peoples wellbeing without being raving hard left/right. is it possible in the 21st century, I grew up with the ideology that we had choices, the left stood for certain polices, the right stood for certain policies, then we had a few centrists that leaned slightly left or right. I ask is it impossible now to have a…

Hello , please can I ask for views or some advice regarding myself. I'm a young adult , I have recently had a health assessment & I've been given a uc83 form as of yesterday. I am currently speaking to various people , while I wish to keep my own views personal, I've been encouraged to make an appeal regarding the decision…

Does anyone know of a group that could help steer me with starting a pip claim? I've been struggling for a few years and my wife wants me to do something another it. Kind Regards TonTony

i have just won £1 on the lottery, need ideas on what to spend my winnings on😂

A big hello to the newest members of the community! @rarj94 @beng @vlam33 @trudledoo @beverleyisaacs @BobbyBisto @Sarahjane78 @annajamila @mackajserarch @Nobendu18 @JudesC @Walton_123 @JediQueen @ajewole33 @Debava1 @teaspoon69 @rebeccastimson It is always lovely to have new members and I hope you enjoy your time on the…

I'm very late to the party with these two but I have been really enjoying This Country and Mandy recently😂 I had seen little clips of both shows before on social media but had not watched the full episodes properly until last week! Have you watched those shows? What are you watching at the moment?

I have had an underactive thyroid for 22 years and doctors have never been able to stabilise it properly with medication. I suffered hair loss, and am in constant abdominal and back pain. I'm always tired and have gained a lot of weight. I have now been diagnosed with gallstones and find every day a struggle with the pain.…

Hello, can I call out to any other London Dial a Ride users who might want to discuss this service with me or any other users. I have no access to any private transport and cannot access public transport services near me. Unfortunately this service has become significantly less reliable for me as I’ve found recently that…

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Hi, I’m a Grandma, looking for ways to support my family with a child with AuDHD in mainstream. In addition to supporting their child, they face lack of understanding from other parents. Has anyone successfully overcome these barriers and educated the school community? The teachers are excellent, it is the wider, negative…