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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.3
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With links you can normally remove the referral info if you want when posting eg https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/family/managed-migration
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