Re: I’ll health retirement query

Hi, I have been sick for 6 months on full pay. I was told on the 13 June I would no longer receive SSP. I immediately applied for new style ESA. Today I was paid off via ill health, I do not have a private pension only state pension. My official retirement date is 9 November 2023 ,
My question is should I now claim UC , I have no savings. I receive PIP now called Scotland disability ( I think) The ESA form didn’t ask if I needed help with council tax . I pay an interest only mortgage which is £ 844 per month. I’m sure I will receive no help with this and my council tax is £ 189 per month. Both benefits confuse me,
I sm always so grateful for your advice and taking the time to help.
Kind Regards
Teresa

Sorry, my retirement date is 9 nov this year. I have been off work sick for 6 months getting full pay until 12 June when they said they would be paying no more SSP and on the 27 July I have been paid off through I’ll health, I am not in a private pension only a state pension. I applied for the new style ESA online . I received a letter today that I need to take part in a telephone interview. This is all new to me having worked since I was 18. I also receive enhanced rate of PIP . Could you help me out and give me an idea of what questions they will ask. I know this is a long post and I appreciate your time . I notice people apply for ESA an UC.
Once again thanks for your help