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5 years 2 months ago #244854 by rmegan
Am I entitled to ESA? was created by rmegan
I have had to Retire early (63) from full time employment due to
Ill health .

I had to undergo lots of examinations and interviews so that I could claim my Company pension at the full rate . My husband has read that I should be able to claim ESA for 12 months is this correct?

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5 years 2 months ago #244897 by Gordon
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If you have at least 50 weeks of NI Contributions in both of the Tax Years 2017-18 and 2018-19 then you can make a claim for New Style ESA.

If you are awarded Limited Capability for Work then the NE ESA is only payable for a year, if you receive Limited Capability for Work Related Activity then it is payable for as long as you meet the criteria.

Our UC and ESA claim guide explains the criteria that you will need to meet.

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

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5 years 2 months ago #244965 by rmegan
Replied by rmegan on topic Am I entitled to ESA?
Thanks Gordon. I didn’t add to my previous message that I am currently in receipt of PIP on standard rate for both elements.
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