18 year old - when Child ISA matures at £20,000 ... will he lose Universal Credit whilst studying?

poppy12345

I wasn't being "testy" as you put it. You asked a question in which i answered. I'm sorry if it''s not the answer you would have liked but it doesn't change the answer, it will still be same.

I certainly didn't accuse you of anything...

LittleSun

I think you were "testy".  I wouldn't have minded the answer, either way, just not the judgy irritation that went along with it, even though you have no idea about our circumstances as a whole.

poppy12345

Knowing your circumstances wouldn't have made any difference to the answer....

[Deleted User]

Most students under 18, who live at home, are not entitled to UC. Plus won’t have savings like this. So he’s losing nothing in my mind, he’s in a much better position than they are. 

LittleSun

I'll leave it there.
But thanks for the facts at least.  It will give my son something to think about in September.

LittleSun

He doesn't live at home Mark!!!!  He won't finish his A levels till he is 18 1/2.  I'll have to try and help him sort it out in new school year, as I said, unusual and difficult circumstances. 

poppy12345

LittleSun said:

He doesn't live at home Mark!!!!

It makes no difference. He will have £20,000..

LittleSun

He has to pay rent to a private LL in other words.  Sorry, I think it is a bit complicated for this board to understand, in just a few sentences, sorry I posted really.

LittleSun

That was addressed to Mark.  I get it Poppy!

poppy12345

What's complicated about it? He's claiming means tested benefits and will be receiving £20,000. This means he won't be entitled to the benefits.