Hi Everyone
This is my first attempt at this, so bear with me.
I need some help/suggestions with a case I have in relation to Pension Credit.
I met with a lady who came to the UK in February 2006, from Poland. She worked full time from 24/07/06 - 27/07/07. She had to give up work because of a medical problem. She is aged 62 and made a claim to Pension Credit in September '07. She would like to return to work, but cannot presently.
Her claim has not been adjudicated on yet because of a delay between the EU Enlargement Team (Newcastle) and the Pension Service awaiting new information.
However, I had a discussion with someone from the EU Team, who has advised that her claim will be refused on the basis that she was not resident in the UK for 3 years prior to her reaching pensionable age.
Where can she go from here in relation to any challenge that may be available, or, to any other benefit she may have entitlement to?
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Frances.
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