Well I never!

Submitted ESA50 last December, DM asked for info from psychiatrist who sent my case notes to them. Been awaiting a call for a medical with some trepidation, but have heard nothing.

Today I have received a decision from DWP: will be continuing in the WRAG.

It says that my case is due for review 29/4/2012. As I am on Contributory ESA and have savings, that will be that in terms of benefit.

Of course, I followed B & W guidance in completing the form. So many many thanks!

Best!
pikelet

Hi pikelet

Well done for securing you ESA award, albeit for just over a year.

Derek

Hi Pikelet, so glad you didn't have to go through a medical or appeal!

Congratulations!

Rachel

Thanks.

I was expecting it to go:
medical
found capable of work
appeal
decision upheld

as I don't have much more supporting evidence to supply.

Luckily I have enough contribution years for my state pension, due in 4 years.

The Welfare Rights person who came to a meeting I went to the other week said some decisions were currently being made without a medical. I suspect a backlog is the cause of my good fortune.

Best!
pikelet