carmind wrote: Can you claim contribution-based ESA if you are receiving statutory sick pay?
Hi c,
No, you cannot receive both !
See :
ESA Eligibilty The SSP should be paid for 28 weeks, and you can start your claim for ESA shortly before the end of that period.
See information under the heading :
"If you’re not eligible or your SSP ends" around half way down :
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