Universal Credit Self Employed Interview

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Would I be able to push to get a telephone appointment? The job centre has already cancelled the morning of one, due to staff sickness and I am struggling to find time to attend, due to working 6 days a week. The job centre isn’t close by, and I am usually working in the opposite direction, so it’s extremely inconvenient to take a couple of hours out, it would mean booking a whole day and losing income. I’ve been on UC and self employed for over 3 years, but as my child is older, I’ve been asked to attend. I have absolutely no issue providing all documents required and I know I am gainfully self employed. I’ve requested an evening or weekend appointment, but having no luck. 

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No, these appointments must be conducted face to face as you will be required to provide evidence of your self-employment, and you cannot do this over the phone. You will be expected to take time off work to attend if you wish to (continue) to claim UC.