Adult child wants to claim UC, I'm on WTC will it be affected?

electric_comperella

Hi guys,

As stated above; I'm on working tax credits -due to disability meaning I can't work full-time hours.

My 18 year old is now jobseeking (not getting anywhere due to location/covid), has suggested that they make an independent claim for universal credit.

They're not currently on my WTC claim as they were removed/child tax credit stopped due to them studying (which they've now finished). They've not received any income this financial year.
The last thing I want is to move to universal credit - will their claim trigger any changes to mine?

Thanks in advance, I don't want them to be skint but I'm very nervous where benefits changes are concerned.

poppy12345

Any claim they make for UC will not affect your WTC and it will not prompt a move for you to UC. He/she will not be entitled to claim for help with any rent if they live with you. A single person under the age of 18 will be entitled to £342.72 per month. Do be aware that the standard allowance of UC has been increased by £90 per month and is expected to return to it's normal amount from April 2021.