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UC joint tenancy not with partner HELP
Hi, this might be long so bare with me as i try to explain the situation. i have 3 children 2 of which is disabled, 1 severely disabled and requires around the clock care. The house we currently live in is absolutely not suitable and now a hazard to my childs health. I have been trying to move for a while but no where will…
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Marriage Allowance
My father has a good state pension as worked for near 50 years before retirement and all NI paid for that time.My mother however didn't go back to work(part time) until in her late 40s so doesn't get full state pension as didn't pay enough years .Question is can my mother apply for marrige tax allowance as my father goes…
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Self employed with no work
Hi , My situation is I am self-employed but have not been able to work for the last six months due to illness and I now find that my main customer has no work for me and my trade in general is the slowest it's been in years. My question is are there any benefits I am entitled to as a self-employed tradesmen with no work…
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Universal credit
Me and my partner migrated to universal credit in July he was in the support group and I was in work related group on esa I never had any work related appointments at all while we were on that, but since migrating to universal credit I have to provide sick notes, and telephone appointments every month I will be 66 in may…
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How is Attendance Allowance Paid? No Bank Details Requested.
Hi My Dad who is 93 applied online for Attendance Allowance in October, but they did not ask for his bank details during the application. He has since received a letter confirming that he has been awarded AA, but again they did not as for his bank details. Does anyone know what happens next, is this normal procedure and…
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Pilon and Redundancy Pay with Universal Credit
Hi, I'm currently facing redundancy and will be receiving redundancy of about £21,000 and Pilon of £7000. That does take us over the £16,000 capital limit, and also probably surplus earnings. Does anyone know if the claim would just terminate, and we would need to reapply at some point in the future, or does the claim go…
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Universal Credit Tenancy Agreement Occupancy Issue
Hi, Long story short, my father is out of work and has been for several years (on ESA), my mother has been his career until recently. My brother who works, lives with them. Until recently whereby they received a universal credit migration letter housing benefit has been paying for my parents share of the rent to our…
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Getting DWP Debts Written Off With Tax Credits Overpayments & Universal Credit Overpayments
Hello Guys n Gals Here is a bit of my background. I am a vulnerable person with many health problems including severe mental health problems, i also have financial problems and other debts including credit cards. I claim PIP and Universal credits with the uplift. Each month I get £5 deducted from my Universal Credit…
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Existing UC Claiments/2026
will existing UC claiments receiving the health element from 2026 also be protected from reassessment? thanks
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Travelling abroad and housing benefits
Hi I am hoping someone will be able to provide advice. My mum is currently in receipt of housing benefit and her council tax is also paid for by the council too. She rents privately and me and my sister top up the shortfall in rent. She has little to no savings. Her landlord recently gave notice as she is selling the…
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ESA/JSA question
Hi all, Ive been out of work since July, I claimed ESA contributions based(Aug), Ive received multiple forms/questionnaires and dont really want to go through all this. I havent received any ESA yet, Im starting a job in 1 month. Can I just revert to JSA since August, I made a mistake claiming ESA. Thank you
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Pay rise taking to 60k+ mid-year
My husband has just let me know that last month his salary increased to above 60k. I know he'll need to do the self assessment and pay back, but as it's beyond mid-year it's unlikely his P60 will say more than 60k. Dors he need to let them know now, or can he wait until April when he's got his P60 and notify them if it has…
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Calculating Capital for Universal Credit
Hi, I’m just trying to work out my capital over the last 4 months for my review. Assessment period 23rd-22nd. Totals in mine and partners accounts on 22nd Account 1: 2119 Account 2: 1764 Account 3: 1708 Account 4: 1142 Total in accounts - 6733 Our earnings from work during this assessment period was: £3863 Am I right in…
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ESA
Are you entitled to ESA if you have savings over £16k and unable to work?
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ESA - IR or CB? Free Prescription Query
Hello everyone I’m just after some clarification. I was placed in the support group in 2017 but have assumed I am not entitled to free prescriptions and have recently been advised to double check by a friend. ive looked at my letter and I’m none the wiser as both income related and contribution are mentioned. I do receive…
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How does a child's financial inheritance affect the surviving parents universal credit
A family member has died and he leaves 3 pensions. His children have been named as the beneficiaries in his will and by the pension trustees. He was separated from his wife for 2 and a half years and she was not financially dependant upon him. She works but also receives universal credit. The trustees of the pension have…
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Moved: Elderly parent and her adult son living at home due to health, how much housekeeping ?
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Proof of PIP Letter by email?
Hello, My partner needs an up-to-date letter showing PIP entitlement. Can one be requested via email or online form somehow? If you ring up you’re on hold for anything up to an hour & besides, my partner struggles with using a phone. I’ve seen it’s possible with other benefits and so I wondered if it’s possible to get a…
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£150 Warm Home discount went to previous energy company, best way to deal ?
So my elderly mother switched from Octopus to Fuse energy a month ago. She just found out that a few days ago the £150 warm home discount from the government went to Octopus. Is it down to Octopus to pass on the discount to Fuse, or does something else happen ? Thanks.
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Winter Fuel Payment - To be or Not to be?
Winter Fuel Payment Entitlement Good morning and thank you in advance for your time. I have three questions that relate to “income” and the Winter fuel payment for 2025/26. I manage my Mothers finances for her as she is disabled and I am of the belief that she is not entitled to the Winter Fuel payment. I want to be sure…
