What constitutes a change for WTC?

Crazydennie

I currently receive WTC and CTC I want to remain on these rather than moving to UC. I have recently applied for PIP but am wondering if the entitlement to the disability element of WTC represent a change, meaning I would have to move to UC?

Someone also mentioned that I might be able to get the disability element of WTC without PIP. Is this true? and would this be classed as a change is circumstances?

poppy12345

Crazydennie wrote: »

I currently receive WTC and CTC I want to remain on these rather than moving to UC. I have recently applied for PIP but am wondering if the entitlement to the disability element of WTC represent a change, meaning I would have to move to UC?

Someone also mentioned that I might be able to get the disability element of WTC without PIP. Is this true? and would this be classed as a change is circumstances?

This is not classed as a change of circumstances and won't prompt a move to UC.



To claim the disabled element of WTC you need to meet the criteria, see links for this.
https://www.entitledto.co.uk/help/disability-element


https://www.entitledto.co.uk/help/qualifying-benefit-test

Crazydennie

Thanks that really helps. I've never claimed any form of disability benefit or element before so won't be eligible unless I get PIP but it puts my mind at rest about be forced onto UC.

Darksparkle

It is a change of circumstances, just not one that would move you to UC.