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10 years 6 months ago - 10 years 6 months ago #112662 by belvoir
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I have been advised that I have been placed in this group and feel strongly that I couldnt cope with any work related interviews/activities. I have had a long standing mental illness and since receiving the decision my doctor has had to prescribe diazapham to calm my panic attacks. What do I do?
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10 years 6 months ago - 10 years 6 months ago #112666 by Gordon
The question you need to look at is whether you meet one or more of the criteria for the Support Group.
Qualifying for the Support Group
Also you need to consider what you are asked to do while in the WRAG. All claimants are required to participate in Work Related Activity this includes attending Work Focussed Interviews and you may be forwarded to the Work Programme. A failure to participate can lead to your benefit being sanctioned.
Work Focussed Interviews
Work Programme
Changes to ESA Sanctions
If you want to appeal then you should have a look at our ESA Appeal Guide
www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/esa
and the following FAQs
Is there any risk to challenging a decision?
How long do I have to appeal?
How to submit an appeal
ESA medical – what forms to ask for?
Disability Rights UK Factsheet - Appeals and reconsiderations
Preparing for a Tribunal
MOJ Video of ESA Appeals Process and Tribunal
Gordon
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Replied by Gordon on topic ESA WORK RELATED ACTIVITY GROUP
belvoir wrote: I have been advised that I have been placed in this group and feel strongly that I couldnt cope with any work related interviews/activities. I have had a long standing mental illness and since receiving the decision my doctor has had to prescribe diazapham to calm my panic attacks. What do I do?
The question you need to look at is whether you meet one or more of the criteria for the Support Group.
Qualifying for the Support Group
Also you need to consider what you are asked to do while in the WRAG. All claimants are required to participate in Work Related Activity this includes attending Work Focussed Interviews and you may be forwarded to the Work Programme. A failure to participate can lead to your benefit being sanctioned.
Work Focussed Interviews
Work Programme
Changes to ESA Sanctions
If you want to appeal then you should have a look at our ESA Appeal Guide
www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/help-for-claimants/esa
and the following FAQs
Is there any risk to challenging a decision?
How long do I have to appeal?
How to submit an appeal
ESA medical – what forms to ask for?
Disability Rights UK Factsheet - Appeals and reconsiderations
Preparing for a Tribunal
MOJ Video of ESA Appeals Process and Tribunal
Gordon
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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