£429.80 a month (higher rate) or £217.26 (lower rate, claims from 6 April 2026)
Cost: Free
Upcoming change: Lower LCWRA rate frozen until April 2030.
What you get
Extra Universal Credit where a health condition limits capability for work. Since 6 April 2026 there are two rates: higher for pre-April claimants, severe lifelong conditions or end of life; lower for new claims.
Who qualifies
Depends on household circumstances and the Work Capability Assessment. Report the condition in your UC journal with a fit note.
Evidence accepted
- Fit note
- Work Capability Assessment
IMPORTANT TO NOTE Income support rather than an IBD-specific discount.
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