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Pip Motability help.
I’m new to the scheme I chose my car yesterday and there now doing the checks the license one is done so I’m just waiting on the dwp check. How long does this take usually? Also my car should be about 10 days from getting accepted but I get paid on the 10th when would my last payment be? Is it when I collect the car or is…
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Overdraft fees
I have mental health problems and tend to overspend. I’ve also been long term unemployed even though I really want to work. Currently have an overdraft with hsbc limit of £750. Currently £550 of but will paid off at end of Month. However I am really confused about the new fees, is it 39% interest for arranged or unattached…
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CouncilTax SMI reduction Form
my neighbour is bipolar, I think also suffers from PTSD or depression. She has been on MentalHealthRegister for 10-12 years (since 2006 approxProbably), but doesn't have the 3SeriousMental-illnesses ie Official 3ones(Dementia, etc). (South)BucksCouncil say they can't email LINKs for FORMs to download so that she, or her…
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Motorbility Car owners >Good news<
Just noticed this on their website. Nice little payback for you folks. With less traffic on the roads as a result of the lockdown, will I be eligible for a refund from my Scheme insurance? As lockdown has led to fewer drivers on the road in April and May, the Scheme has seen a lower level of claims, enabling it to share…
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VAT exemption bidet/toilet
I'm looking to buy a rather expensive Bidet type shower toilet, sometimes known as a Japanese toilet or washloo and I understand that these purchases can qualify for zero vat rating where the purchaser is suffering from a chronic illness. I perused the HMRC website to confirm this, but although it confirms this, it doesn't…
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Virgin direct debit woes
Hi everyone😊, I need some guidance with virgin Media and mobile. I have been trying to set up a direct debit for the 5th of every month for months now and they just can’t get it right! I have a severe hearing impairment and I’m also blind and a stroke survivor, so it’s imperative that my direct debits all go out on the…
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Two Claims in samehousehold ?
Hi my Husband claims ESA and in support group , Can my Daughter claim ESA as well she gets PIP and she is 21 and is at university so could only claim it during non term time but im worried that it will effect her Dads ESA claim and housing benefit . thank you
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Would I qualify for ESA? (Contribution Based)
Hello and wishing everyone well under the current circumstances. I am currently receiving CA as I care for someone in my household, but I am thinking of stopping this and making a contribution based ESA for myself. My husband works so will not be entitled to income based. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and I also battle with…
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Monetary help available when you’re partner has mental health issues
I’m new to the forum but wanted to share my problem and some successes. My husband had a breakdown 2 years ago and was diagnosed with depression and anxiety which we both thought would be treatable and a short term thing. 2 years later he’s still not returned to work, is awaiting a further diagnosis which has been…
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Trampoline Vat exempt
Hi does anyone know if a trampoline is eligible for vat exemption, where I am buying from doesn’t seem to think so, they have looking into it and the VAT relief is not applicable to these items, as they are not designed or adapted for disabled use, personal or domestic. I’m sure I’ve bought a trampoline previously with vat…
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W.t.c. New statement. Report new Salary.
Completed w.t.c.'s update recently, online, though used previous years earnings. Since received projected years earnings, which are slightly higher. Should I reports to h.m.r.c. Immediately and can they be updated again for 2020-21 t.i.a.
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Would anyone with sight issues like to recommend a bank for online banking?
On behalf of a friend, who's currently with TSB and not getting on well with their online banking, and having huge issues with their 'support'.
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Health LPA
Hi, i look after my elderly Mum and had a financial LPA made out for her a few years ago because of her reduced mobility. But since then she has been diagnosed with Vascular dementia, shes in her late 80's. I wondered does she also need a health LPA. I havent gone into it yet because of the sensitive questions i'd need to…
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Replying for high award DLA - condition got worse.
Hello, My child has middle rate DLA however lately her health has got worse as she is having fits and also can stop breathing. These are new symptoms which have taken her to A&E twice recently. She is waiting to see consultants at the hospital, waiting to have tests however we have A&E discharge letters, will these be…
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replacing charger plug on mobility scooter
I'm trying to repair a friend's mobility scooter. It needs a new charging socket, which is located behind the driver's feet. The model is the TGA Super Sport trike (manufacturer's website). The socket is a XTR, so it is easy to identify which terminals positive, negative & neutral. Any advice would be welcome. Do these…
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Motability Car - Extended Lease, MOT and PIP Renewal
Hi, I have a Motability car and I know that the leases are being extended by 6 months. My current lease was due to end this August, which is completely fine because of the 6 month extensions. I would normally arrange a MOT for around now/next month before handing the car back, but I think MOT's have been extended too. I…
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Wtc to uc future migration why zero uc
Wtc to uc future migration why zero uc Thinking ahead to whenever wtc to u.c. for disabled is implemented, though could be quite some time according to fairly recent mser's advice. I personally had at that point read over more than one source that 2023 was going to migration time. Anyway as UC calculators that I have tried…
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Argos - VAT Refund
I purchased a riser / recliner chair from Argos on behalf of my 94 yr old mother and subsequently submitted all the paperwork to Argos Accounts Dept (taxdept@argos.co.uk). The chair was purchased on the 31st December 2019 and the claim was submitted within 7 days. I heard nothing after 4-weeks so I resubmitted the claim…
