Hi,
I am currently off sick from work due to quite severe mental health issues. I received a sick note from the doctor starting the 14th of March and I am hoping to return to work mid/late April. I currently receive universal credit on top of my wages and I also pay childcare. My child has still been attending childcare during this time to keep normality for him. Even if he wasn’t going, I would still have to make payment to keep his place.
Does anyone know if I have to notify universal credit that I am currently off sick and will be receiving SSP? Do they need a copy of my sick note? Also will they still cover part of my childcare costs? I have tried to call them today to check but gave up after being on hold for over an hour.
Any advice would be great, thanks in advance.