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4 days 23 hours ago #310820 by HMF
Applied for UC with ESA but given work commitments appointment was created by HMF
Hi, looking for advice please. Migrated from ESA in support group to universal credit. Had a change in circumstances in living arrangements, so cancelled my universal credit claim. Now reclaiming universal credit again with the esa support group element again .
My Fit note until end of February 2026 has been accepted on my journal.
Attended first commitment by video today and told I have to have monthly videos simply as a catch up, next one in December. No mention of looking for work. Now seen in my journal my December video appointment is this:
Attend your Work Focused Interview by video
What this appointment is for
This is to discuss what you've done to increase your chances of getting work or earning more. We'll agree the next steps and talk about any other support you may need.
I havent been able to work for the last 13 years due to health. Already receiving PiP at the highest rates. Any advice welcome. Tia
My Fit note until end of February 2026 has been accepted on my journal.
Attended first commitment by video today and told I have to have monthly videos simply as a catch up, next one in December. No mention of looking for work. Now seen in my journal my December video appointment is this:
Attend your Work Focused Interview by video
What this appointment is for
This is to discuss what you've done to increase your chances of getting work or earning more. We'll agree the next steps and talk about any other support you may need.
I havent been able to work for the last 13 years due to health. Already receiving PiP at the highest rates. Any advice welcome. Tia
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3 days 7 hours ago #310840 by David
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Replied by David on topic Applied for UC with ESA but given work commitments appointment
Hi HMF
When you cancelled your UC claim you lost your Support/LCWRA group status. So you have to participate in what the DWP call the Health Journey again until you have had a WCA medical. With UC there aren't the linking rules you get with ESA.
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When you cancelled your UC claim you lost your Support/LCWRA group status. So you have to participate in what the DWP call the Health Journey again until you have had a WCA medical. With UC there aren't the linking rules you get with ESA.
David
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1 day 8 hours ago #310925 by David
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Replied by David on topic Applied for UC with ESA but given work commitments appointment
Hi Vitica
There are a number of inaccuracies in your post which may cause worry to Forum members so I have deleted it.
David
There are a number of inaccuracies in your post which may cause worry to Forum members so I have deleted it.
David
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