Can I claim Universal Credit on top of Tax Credits?

Darksparkle

Enigmaman wrote: »

Der, because I had not read the reply, obviously. (!)

You said you posted this thread after you saw the reply.

Alice_Holt

Enigmaman wrote: »

Der, because I had not read the reply, obviously. (!)

Let's hope the OP's self employment isn't public relations -

" A PR specialist communicates with the target audience directly or indirectly through media with an aim to create and maintain a positive image and create a strong relationship with the audience."

- this response to DS could explain the drop off in his business.

Enigmaman

Alice_Holt wrote: »

Let's hope the OP's self employment isn't public relations -

" A PR specialist communicates with the target audience directly or indirectly through media with an aim to create and maintain a positive image and create a strong relationship with the audience."

- this response to DS could explain the drop off in his business.

I don't know where you got that quote from but it is nothing to do with me and not my business. Lucky you having tme to go looking online for my website, but why would you want to bother?

Brave, having a go from behind a keyboard.

And as for the other point, I was simply answering a question.

FYI I am severe sight impaired. You try dealing with that and I should be applauded for carrying on working.

Amy more unkind comments? I do not come on here to be patromnised or shouted at or deal with forum bullying.

Alice_Holt

Enigmaman wrote: »

I am severe sight impaired.

Are you in receipt of DLA or PIP?
If not you may wish to apply for PIP
Some info here:
http://www.rnib.org.uk/information-everyday-living-benefits-and-concessions-benefits-people-working-age/personal
http://www.rnib.org.uk/personal-independence-payment-toolkit
https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip/pip-self-test
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/before-claiming/check-you-are-eligible/

What aids do you use for preparing food, dressing, taking nutrition, reading, taking medication?

Enigmaman

I am aware of PIP, thankyou.

I had my DLA stopped and PIP claim turned down, like millions of others. That is why my Tax Credits were also slashed.

At the same time CTB was totally removed. It's brutal.

Waiting for MR of PIP claim.

From what I have read here I am expecting HMRC to terminate my Tax Credits claim as well, as I am not making the profits they beieve I should.

Worst set of financial blows I have ever been subjected to.

So much for "If you work hard, do the right thing, you will be rewarded". LOL.

The hammering is relentless and I must be far from the only one.

Cynical government.

Tax Credits gave me a chance to build a career - this government wants to throw me on the scrapheap. Short sighted penny pinchers. What I feel about them is not suitable to put on a public forum.

Alice_Holt

This is a useful guide to PIP appeals:
http://www.advicenow.org.uk/guides/how-win-pip-appeal

Also info here:
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/pip/appeals/apply-to-tribunal/
https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip/pip-appeals

This is useful on how the descriptors should be interpreted:
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/547146/pip-assessment-guide.pdf
Pages 86 on.

Don't expect the MR to change the decision. You will need to go to appeal for the DWP decision to be thoroughly examined.
Are you getting help with the appeal from your local CAB / advice agency?