Hi all,
I separated from my husband a few months ago. We've been on and off during this time until I discovered that he's been trying to date other women despite wanting me back! I knew he was a liar but I'm heartbroken and I've had enough now.
We have a joint mortgage, been married almost 11 years, have 2 children: 6 and 9. I work part time and enjoy looking after my children. He earns around x10 what I do. He still pays the mortgage and bills as I'd never be able to afford to. He has moved to his mum's house and is looking for his own home to buy.
I understand that I will need to apply for UC to support myself and children financially. Do I need to remove him from the council tax, electoral register or other bills to be allowed to claim UC? Or can I just claim UC even though he is still currently named on bills and mortgage?
I need to pull myself together and get this sorted but I'm scared that I'll do the wrong thing and get in trouble with UC. I can't find the answer to my query online anywhere.
I'd really appreciate any advice on this.
Thank you.