income-based ESA

Just been advised today by post that I will be getting contribution-based ESA from 5/12/2013. I have apparently been put into the support group and bypassed the medicals. I am on a low income and have been advised in the same latter that I might be considered for income-based ESA and/or a disabled premium. DWP are sending out some more forms. Is there anything you can tell me about this new application procedure? What is the difference between income-based and contribution-based?

If you are entitled to income-based ESA, or an income-based 'topup' of your contributary benefit, you might get a bit more money and would also be entitled to things such as free prescriptions.

ESA Premiums

The application for this is purely looking at your financial situation, and that of any partner who lives with you, your health and ability will not be looked at again until your Support Group award is reassessed at some stage in the future.

How often will I be reviewed

24 hour work rule for ESA(IR)

Asset rule for ESA(IR)