esa entitlement

rosie wrote: Hi
Would my husband be entitled to esa as he has just been diagnosed with cancer

First, would his GP be prepared to issue a Fit Note?

Has your husband been working during the last two complete Tax Years, if he has then he may be eligible for Contribution Based ESA.

If not then he may qualify for Income Related ESA dependant on your household income, your savings and assets, and any hours that your partner works. See

Asset rule for ESA(IR)

24 hour work rule for ESA(IR)

Have a look at our ESA Claim guides for more information.

www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/esa1

Gordon