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How long are you signed off for. Are you expecting to go back to work?
Sorry for your lossMortgage free wannabe
Actual mortgage stating amount £75,150
Overpayment paused to pay off cc
Starting balance £66,565.45
Current balance £56099
Cc around £32000 -
sandersmatthewg wrote: »I have tried applying for ESA but the numbers I have been given will not help me. something about new claims, my area for universal credits etc! Very confusing!
Re ESA - Yes it is confusing.
If you have NI credits from working for the previous 2 tax years, then it's likely you need to apply for New Style ESA. This is based on your NI contributions, and isn't means tested.
Here is some information on the application process:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-style-employment-and-support-allowance
This link will tell you if you are in a Universal Credit full service area:
https://ucpostcode.entitledto.co.uk/ucdate
Here is some info on bereavement benefits:
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/claiming-bereavement-support-payment/
You local CAB may be able to offer some guidance, and a benefits check.
As others have said, do contact Vodafone
http://www.vodafonepensionsupdate.co.uk/documents/senior_leadership_team_booklet.pdf
Best wishes.Alice Holt Forest situated some 4 miles south of Farnham forms the most northerly gateway to the South Downs National Park.0
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