I am totally confused by all of this and have no idea on what I do.
I have never claimed UC or anything like this but receive CTC and WTC - I do work but I am also bringing up 2 grandchildren on SGO - both who receive DLA - I myself receive PIP.
How will moving to UC affect us?
My husband is my carer/our carer - not in receipt of Carers Allowance at the moment but would it be best that he claimed this under UC??
How would it affect us with Tax Credits if he claimed this now?
Will we be better or worse off under these changes?
TIA
If they are our rights, why do we have to fight for them?
CTC and WTC will be going, at some stage claimants in receipt of CTC and or WTC will be invited to apply for UC. Itis recommend not to apply for UC until you receive letter from UC inviting you to apply, if you apply before receiving the invitation letter then you will loose transitional protection.
A number of WTC/CTC had applied for UC when they received a leaflet sent out by HMRC informing claimants about applying for PIP and had assumed it was the invitation letter.
I would advise you to seek help from your local Welfare Rights Organisation, they will be able to take all your circumstances into consideration; advicelocal.uk
Gary
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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