UC Benefit Recovery

Good Morning
My Brother in Law passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Friday 14/07/2023.

He was 57 and in receipt of PIP and UC.

I used the ‘Tell us Once Service’ to inform DWP.

I am acting as Administrator as there was no Will and no Probate is required. Nor did my Brother in Law have any Life Insurance.

DWP contacted me by letter to advise that they are obliged to recover what they consider to be an overpayment of UC.

I assumed that UC was paid in arrears, yet DWP are wanting to claim back UC paid from the period 18/06/23 to 17/07/23.

I had assumed that only the three days post my Brother in Law’s passing would qualify for an over payment?

DWP provided a form to complete to reflect the fact that my Brother in Law’s Estate is not sufficient to repay this!

Any advice or guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks Gordon.
However, there is not enough money in the Estate, so DWP will not be able to reclaim this over payment.

Thank you Gordon!

I spoke on the telephone to a very helpful DWP employee.

I was advised how to complete the form, which I have done and returned!