Previous ESA Report -Substantial Risk Category

Hi everyone,

After filling out my last ESA50, and using the guides to help I was lucky enough to not have to attend an assessment.
The time has come for me to fill out the form again, and I was wondering if someone could tell me how I get a copy of the last decision and the report on why I was awarded it last time - I can't remember what it was called and who you phone.

Thanks so much
sj

Hello again,

I have received the copy of the ESA85A and found that they awarded me the support group last time due to the Substantial Risk category. It never mentioned any other points for any of the descriptors. It said the 113, questionnaire and medical evidence indicates there would be substantial mental or physical risk, etc.

I have a couple of questions:

1. What is the 113?

2. On reviewing my form this year, I was going through the guides and really felt that I had answered all the questions comprehensively, and therefore was not going to change much, other than to add a little more information on current problems. However, I am shocked that I didn't score any at all points for the rest of the form, and am concerned that I am doing something wrong.

Do you have any advice?

Thanks so much.
sj

Re: Substantial Risk

I am finishing off my form at the moment and have requested a letter of support from my GP which unfortunately will not be ready by the time I have to send off my form. I understand that I have to get that form sent off so will not wait for the letter. I have a couple of questions re the whole matter. Firstly can I send a copy of the letter in later? And if so, do you know where I should send it to?

My second question is with regards to Substantial Risk. Should I add an additional page entitled Substantial Risk into my notes to send with the form? I am sure I read this somewhere but can't find it now, and just wanted to check before I do so. I was going to start it off by saying "My mental health would be at substantial risk of deterioration if I was found capable for work or work-related ativity..." .etc but I am concerned that it sounds like I am telling them how to do their job!

Can anyone advise?
Thank you.
Sj