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<p>We have successfully rolled out Universal Credit in all job centres nationally.
Consequently, self-employed people, who have a health condition, can now claim either
Universal Credit and/or New Style Employment and Support Allowance.</p><p> </p><p>Claimants
who are eligible to claim New Style Employment and Support Allowance can do so by
calling the Universal Credit helpline to request a claim form or by downloading and
printing the form available on Gov.uk. Full details about how to apply (including
information requesting forms in alternative formats such as braille) can be found
at: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/how-to-claim-new-style-esa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/how-to-claim-new-style-esa</a></p><p>
</p><p>Claimants who are not eligible to claim New Style Employment and Support Allowance
can claim Universal Credit online. For those unable to access or use digital services,
assistance to make and maintain their claim is available via the Freephone Universal
Credit helplines. The Universal Credit Service Centre will establish the best means
of support available.</p><p> </p><p>A home visit can be arranged to support a claimant
in making their initial claim and completing any other administrative tasks required
to ensure their application is completed.</p><p> </p><p>Additionally, to help claimants
who may struggle making a claim, Universal Support is available, which is advice,
assistance or support to help Universal Credit and New Style Employment and Support
Allowance claimants with managing their claim or award.</p><p> </p><p>From 1 April
2019 Citizens Advice (England and Wales) and Citizens Advice Scotland will deliver
a new “Help to Claim” service to support vulnerable claimants through the process
of making a claim.</p>
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