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5 days 18 hours ago #304687 by Petlover
Caring for each other was created by Petlover
My husband and I are nearing the end of our migration on to universal credit from ESA. I have to say, that so far, while it’s been far from stress-free, I do find the journal useful, and have received prompt replies.
My question is, we both care for each other, and while on ESA, had two carers’ premiums. Is it true that one of us now has to claim Carer’s Allowance separately, and do I ask for it to be backdated to the date of our UC claim.
Thank you.

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3 days 19 hours ago - 3 days 19 hours ago #304747 by David
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Hi Petlover

No to get the UC Carer's Element you don't have to claim Carer's Allowance.

You will have a Joint UC claim and it is possible to get 2 UC Carer's Elements.

Let me know how you get on.
David

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