Using Temporary Emergency Housing and been offered a short break.

[pdunderhill]

Hello good people,

 

I'm receiving ESA, the higher element and am also living in a property supplied by my local London Borough costed as Temporary Emergency Housing since my break down in 2012.

 

I've been offered a 'break', a holiday of sorts in Broadstairs on the Kent Coast next month for five days. No cash just a stay outside of town no remuneration.

 

Although I've seen little activity regarding the Council, Brent, checking on my personal occupational life, in Haringey, I don't want to give the paying authority for my HB any excuse to cut me off at the knees!

 

Help and advice would be welcome,

 

Peter.

 

PS should probably have posted under a pseudonym but I'm trying to stay above the radar.

Edited June 26, 2015 by pdunderhill
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[unclebulgaria67]

You are allowed a holiday, provided that you are not missing any appointments with either DWP or the council providing the housing.

 

So enjoy your break. Just let the people providing the accommodation know you are going away on a short break and when you will be back.

[pdunderhill]

Thank you Uncle B, should I go as far as getting a confirmation in writing from the Council? I'm afraid I instinctively distrust them.

 

Peter

[unclebulgaria67]

Thank you Uncle B, should I go as far as getting a confirmation in writing from the Council? I'm afraid I instinctively distrust them.

 

Peter

 

You do what you are comfortable with and if this means getting confirmation from the council, then ask them.

[id6052]

for HB purposes, temporary absences of up to 13 weeks are fine

 

not sure whether it would impact upon the provision of Temporary Accommodation

[Shoelover]

I think as it's just a couple of days you will be fine. However, for your own peace of mind tell them you are going. It shouldn't have any impact on your housing either.

 

Then go, relax & enjoy. Sounds like exactly what you need