Capability Questionnaire 8 weeks after PiP award?

OK, I’m concerned and puzzled and would appreciate advice – bear with me as I need to include a little background.

Less than a year ago (or around a year ago) I had an ESA medical and was placed in the Support Group which I’d already been in for 2-3 years since my last medical. I had been on DLA for years and this year was migrated to PiP. As of two months ago I received enhanced PiP (living) and standard PiP (mobility). At the same time my Support Group ESA was increased to include Severe Disability Premium.

So, with my PiP starting in November 2018 (allegedly fixed for 2 years) and my new ESA rate starting at the same time, I assumed I’d be fine for a while but …. I’ve just received an ESA Capability for Work Questionnaire! How can this be? If I’ve just been found to require enhanced PiP and Severe Disability Premium, how can they now be questioning whether I’m fit for work? If I’m now found fit for work, would this overturn my PiP? My Severe Disability Premium? Is this a mistake?

I hope I’ve explained this clearly enough but I’m happy to answer any questions; I’ve found the last year sorting my Support Group and PiP status really stressful and I thought I could breathe easy for a while. I can’t believe it’s starting again after eight weeks ☹ Any comments, views or advice greatly appreciated, thanks.

hi neil,,, this happened to a friend of mine who had a spinal problem fo years, degenerative spinal something.. he is on top pip fo care and mobility and then ESA said he is fit for work and forced him onto UC and sent him to interview where he got the job.. the job sent him to occupational therapy and they told him he is unfit for work and shouldnt have even been there in the first place!! what a disgrace!!! dont go to citizens advice as they now work for the dwp.. after receiving 50,million handout to help with the rollout of UC.. so there not acting in the best interests of claimants. shamefull mate.

That's awful, absolutely shocking

Thanks Gordon, that's reassuring. Given how recent my PIP award was, is it still likely I'll be required to attend another medical after sending in the ESA form? I've photocopied and enclosed the report from the PIP assessor with the form in the hope that her comments will lead whoever is reading my ESA form that another medical is unnecessary ....