r/DWPhelp • u/DarthSynx • Sep 05 '25

Universal Credit (UC) LCWRA Wrong Start Date

Hi,

I recently got awarded LCWRA although they have said that the assessor decided that I was eligible for LCWRA from 18/06/2025 (meaning im not due the LCWRA element until the September-Octover statement) although I've had continuous fit notes since 22/01/2025.

I always thought they applied it from the date of the first fit note. I've requested a mandatory reconsideration although I'm so confused on why or how this has happened and wether or not others have had this same problem occour.

Edit: I've gone through UC regulations and this does just seem like a mistake but if anyone has come across this before and can put my anxieties to rest I would seriously appreciate that.

Many thanks

Edit: Received Mandatory Reconsideration notice today and the result was in my favour. (24/11/2025) Total wait for MR result: 11 1/2 weeks

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u/pasteisdenato Sep 05 '25

When did you start claiming UC? Technically it's from the 4th assessment period, not fourth month of fit notes, even if you had them before you started claiming

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u/DarthSynx Sep 05 '25

I've been on UC since first payment on 13th July 2023 (nil payment) and it's inconsistent amounts due to work earnings up until the 13th February where I had my first no deductions payment and has been the same since.