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I have a Limited Capability for Work and Work-Related Assessment appointment in the next two weeks or so. I have a very recent diagnosis of ADHD, which I have logged on my UC Journal, but I am aware that this is a new condition and probably won't be considered at my assessment appointment. I wondered whether the assessment…

I sent a message to the duty manager at my local job centre yesterday and somehow my UC work coach has seen it and said that she's discussed it with her manager and apparently i can't change work coaches, which is a load of rubbish as my fiancé has had his changed either 3 or 4 times at least without his permission or…

Hi everyone, I am currently claiming Universal Credit (UC) and am planning to start a degree with The Open University (OU).I’m trying to figure out how this affects my UC claim and. Since OU is distance learning, it is often classified as part-time, but I want to make sure I don't run into any issues with my work coach…

I have been trying to find a job in my hometown that's within walking distance from my home, but most places want drivers, experienced carers and experienced retail assistants and high level qualifications. My highest qualification is my NVQ Retail Level 1. I also have GCSEs grades D-G and a GNQV health and social care…

Hiya everyone, I sent in my complaint to the complaints department at the DWP over a week ago and I'm still waiting for a reply. I asked for a new advisor as I don't feel comfortable with my current advisor and I'm dreading my appointment on Wednesday. I'm still waiting to hear back from my fiancé's cleaning manager about…

​Hi everyone, ​I’m looking for some advice from people who have been through this. I recently received my WCA assessment report done over the phone, and I've been awarded 0 points, despite severe physical back and wrist issues. ​I have a very strong paper trail, but the assessor completely misrepresented my case:…

Hi, I'm currently waiting for the outcome of my Work Capability Assessment to find out whether I'll be awarded LCWRA, and I have a question about how it might affect my future plans. If I am awarded LCWRA, would moving out of the family home and living independently affect my entitlement? I'm autistic and also experience…

Hi, I have been dealing with the horrific DWP since 2020. To be honest it's mainly UC (ugh) but having never ever had to deal with benefits until 2020 I sure have learned a lot. I also know how hard it is trying to deal with all this alone. Sorry if this isn't the right thing to say here but I am happy to try and get some…

Hi everyone, I have an appointment with an advisor who I don't like on the 21st as she told me at my last appointment that she was deliberately trying to scare me to getting a job. I've tried contacting my local job centre's complaints department about her, but they've not responded. The advisor had frightened me that much…

I know I can disregard Income when declaring capital for UC. The examples the DWP give for this in official guidelines seem to say different things. The Pearl example seems wrong to me as she doesnt appear to be able to disregard income at all. But even using the other example its not at all clear how Income is worked out,…

I have a telephone appointment tomorrow with UC, I had to send off housing proof and 4 months of bank statements, ( not happy about this it should be private ) My bf sends me 2-300 a month to help cover my rent and help with bills ( he pays for sky for weekend sports etc when his here ) we don’t live together, all my bills…

My friend was made redundant. He is on Contribution ESA since May 2026. He is awaiting his Medical Assessment. He is getting better now and been able to apply for few roles and has been able to secure 2 interviews. He came across the below and wants to apply for the below Travel Discount Card.…

I am trying to find out if my housing benefit and council tax benefit will stop after inheritance. I understand for every £1000 over £10,000 pension credit calculates you as £2 a week income deducting this from your weekly pension credit. I am currently in receipt of pension credit guarantee allowing income of £325. If my…

Hi, I won my LCWRA tribunal last week (I know it’s early days still) - I’ve received my copy of the decision but UC are saying they’ve not received the decision yet. I’ve asked if I can upload my copy as proof as I’ve read this can speed things up but they’re saying they have to have explicit permission from the courts for…

Hi, DWP underpaid me four months ago. I raised a complaint on journal per online guidance in the https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-work-pensions/about/complaints-procedure#ask-for-your-concern-to-go-to-the-complaints-team I have evidence HMRC and my employer have been in discussion and my employer…

Hi, I've joined this community because I'm disabled and on Uc. I've searched for help and advice regarding minimum earnings and self employment and it's affect on my benefits. It's daunting and scary to make the leap when you rely on the support! I'm currently in touch with CAB and they are proving a little unhelpful. They…

Good morning, can some one advise me thank you. My wife and i were on UC, my wife claim her pension 2 months ago,' mix age married couple' so my UC claim is Nil, housing is been paid, migrated a year ago from ESA Support group to UC 'LCWRA' after receiving letter to do so. Still reciving New style ESA. I am receiving PIP…

Hello, I have been on universal credit and ESA for about 18 months but I am hoping to try get myself back out in the world and return to some form of work, probably just delivering for Evri and Deliveroo as I am unable to continue my trade due to my health. Do I simply phone up and tell ESA to stop my claim? I currently…

Hello everyone,I wanted to say a warm hello to this incredible community! My name is dory79, and I am very glad to finally join you here.Like many of you, I have been navigating the complex and often exhausting world of welfare claims and official processes while managing long-term health challenges. It can be a very…

Hi, earlier this year I was granted a 6 month capital disregard in the funds from the sale of the home I lived in. I have been searching for an appropriate home since and had to move in with family (the house had to be sold as it had belonged to my late Mum, it had been my home for 4 years). I had secured a small mortgage…

Hi, This is difficult for me to discuss but I need support. I have been asked for the dreaded 4 months bank statements. However, there are 2 issues quite difficult to discuss… Ill try. I have a gambling issue. however, this is not without its controls. On any account, I have put on spending limits (usually £20 per day).…

Hi .... Basically I was on CBESA with a IR top up until around mid 2022 ..... I then voulterrilly moved to UC , where I was put on to new style ESA and lcwra I knew I was going to make the change to UC around 6 months before and I knew that my account that my ESA went into would be no good in regards to receiving my UC as…

HI, new member I have a universal credit question. I had a previous uc account 15 months ago, I have found my self in a situation where I need to make a new single claim. It says on Govt website if an old account is 6 months or younger you can start a new claim with this account but if its older you have to start a new…

Hello all, confused as usual! I'm currently on basic UC awaiting a WCA. I have just seen on my journal that I have an appointment coming up for a Work Coach Health Appointment a few days after my WCA. Are these health appointments mandatory or voluntary? Google says voluntary but the wording on my journal makes it seem…

Hi I have a review coming up and ive been told that the m9ney that I earn on surveys etc I have to declare,I usually save it until it gets too bigger amounts then I cash out. Have I unknowingly been committing fraud? I'm so scared right now.

Friend has had a situation arise which I’d appreciate any advice on. They had a rent increase in August 2025, they rent from a private landlord. They didn’t report the rent increase due to genuinely not knowing they needed to as their rent is above LHA allowance anyway so wouldn’t change the claim award They reported the…

Hi, last week is the first time I'd seen this. I due to go to a face to face financial review. Is this something which is likely to come up during the review? I wonder also if there will be greater focus on getting people who are classed as low capacity for work back into work. Thanks.

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 

I have just been informed that I am to recieve an inheritance from a deceased friend (approx £25000). I am currently on UC which has an ESA element too (new style ESA) and also my housing benifit is covered. I have about £5k in credit cards payments to clear when it comes through, but still leaves me above the £16000…

The Reform Party have openly declared a war on benefits, particularly for those on benefits for health. Article here: https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2197803/nigel-farage-there-will-be-riots-war-benefits-britain/amp He’s also said he doesn’t want people working from home anymore.