Hello, I,m due to start receiving my State Pension in July 2023 and I'm wondering how this will affect the Benefits I receive. I get ESA (Support Group) and PIP (Enhanced Care and Mobility) and Housing and Council Tax Benefit. How will receiving my State Pension affect these benefits and do I have to inform DWP of this change of circumstances? Kind regards
When you reach state pension age your ESA will stop, but you may be eligible to claim GPC; www.gov.uk/pension-credit depending on your circumstances, such as savings and any other pension received such as occupation and private pensions.
You will still be eligible to claim your other benefits but the amount of HB and CTRS you receive may change slightly unless you receive GPC in which case you should receive full entitlement.
I would advise you to seek help from your local Welfare Rights Organisation as they can take all your circumstances into consideration; advicelocal.uk
Gary
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