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Credits only New Style ESA - are you sure I can claim this?

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5 days 14 hours ago #306721 by xerox
Just checking that I absolutely am entitled to claim this on behalf of my long term sick son (as a way into UC). We are applying - based on the advice here - for credits only New Style ESA before going on to claim UC so we can get our son a work allowance since he runs a very small business from his bed.

However, he has no NI contributions so far as he got ill when he was 17 and has only just started the business. DWP said he can't apply for ESA because of this.

But can he? I told them it's just for getting NI credits not for getting any money.

I'd appreciate confirmation as I'm ploughing my way through the B&W guide and starting the form and don't want to continue if it's pointless.

Many thanks in advance!

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4 days 19 minutes ago #306786 by David
Hi xerox

Yes you can. Some people claim Credits Only NS ESA online. But that facility is not currently available to Appointees.

David

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems

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3 days 20 hours ago #306801 by xerox
Thanks David. I haven't become my son's appointee as that's just another set of interviews. But am hoping I will be able to speak on his behalf.

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