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On PIP, told to apply for UC
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Hi - a family friend is on PIP, but has been informed by post that they must now apply for UC to continue their benefit receipt (made up of ESA & HB). The letter doesn't say "why" this must be done. Do I advise they just complete the application? Any implications to be aware of?
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Legacy benefits such as ESA and Housing Benefit are ending, and are being replaced by Universal Credit. If they wish to continue to receive support, they must make a claim for Universal Credit, as advised in the letter.This process is known as Managed Migration.The main implication is that if they do not make a claim for UC by the deadline date given in the letter, their Housing Benefit and possibly their ESA (depending if it's conts based or income based) will end.I am a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the Benefits & tax credits, Heat pumps and Green & Ethical MoneySaving forums. If you need any help on those boards, do let me know. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any post you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own & not the official line of Money Saving Expert.3
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