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Advice please on whether I'm receiving the correct UC after migration

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1 week 5 days ago #308194 by Jen
Hello
I have dyslexia and my maths is poor (!) please could someone advise me if I am receiving the correct amount of UC?
I was previously on:
£489.30 ESA + SDP fortnightly - ESA MONTHLY £978.60
My monthly PIP is £749.80
So previous total per month was £1,728.40?

I've just received this statement for UC
Standard allowance = £400.14
LCWR = £423.27
Transitional protection = £236.74
Total entitlement before deductions = £1,060.15
(Minus £8.70 due to £6,480.26 savings)

Monthly £1,051.45
PLUS £749.80 PIP = £1801.25 PER MONTH
I was expecting less on UC so I'm confused
Many thanks Jen
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1 week 4 days ago #308261 by latetrain
Hi Jen

We cannot answer your post as we do not have all your facts, we would advise you to seek advice from your local Welfare Rights Organisation: advicelocal.uk they will be able to take all your circumstances into consideration.

Gary

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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1 week 3 days ago #308273 by Jen
Thank you, I have checked with Citizens advice and it is correct.
Can you advise me on how often each month should I be reporting chnages in savings please? I have asked on my journal but received an unclear reply.
My savings were over £6K by £480 when I applied (reported) This going to be higher after my 1st UC payment. Should I report monthly any changes? Many thanks
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1 week 3 days ago #308284 by latetrain
Hi Jen

When you look at savings your current UC award is not counted as savings until your next assessment period.

It is a question you should ask your work coach, for every bundle or part bundle of £250 you loose £1.00 pw in tariff income.

Gary

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3 days 22 hours ago #308490 by greg
hi jen ,my advise would be to keep any savings over 6000 in cash in ur mattress ,try keep it at 5500 saving in bank n rest hidden away in cash or go spend it on urself
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