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Universal Credit

leanne35

Hello,

I wonder if someone could enlighten me on something please. My partner has just left me and I have two Autistic boys aged 11 and 12. I get DLA and Carers allowance. Of course now I will have to claim for housing benefit. Under the Universal Credit I understand the child tax credit and housing benefit will be roled into one payment.

I have seen various tables regarding being expected to look for work in relation to childrens ages but I'm unsure if this applies to parents in receipt of DLA for their child and Carers allowance. I can't find any information on the internet. Would anyone know the answer please??!

Many thanks

Rae

  • I have found this information on the Carers UK website www.carersuk.org/.../universal-credit

    Over half way down the page it explains that someone claiming universal credit might have "no work-related commitments"

    If you are receiving carer's allowance you must be "spend[ing] at least 35 hours a week carrying for someone" (source: www.gov.uk/.../eligibility )

    So, it looks like it's possible to get universal credit but not have to look for work. If you want to speak to someone about your specific situation you could contact someone like Citizens' Advice, or a local Carter's advocacy organisation. Also, if you are renting from a housing association or council, they may have a benefits advice service.

    I hope you get things sorted. I'm sure there is a lot on your mind at the moment, not least getting security for life's essentials.