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2 weeks 4 days ago #296184 by KPPurple
Returning to ESA? was created by KPPurple
Hello,
Just a query and hope you might be able to help.
I'm on ESA and potentially might be starting a temp job that's only 2 months.
I will need a lot of adjustments to carry out the role.
What happens if my conditions detoriate while I'm in employment and then I can't work again.
Can I return to ESA?

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2 weeks 3 days ago #296193 by David
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Hi KPPurple,

No, there are no new claims to Income Based ESA. Have you thought of trying to work within the parameters of the ESA Permitted Work Scheme?
www.gov.uk/government/publications/emplo...itted-work-factsheet

David

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2 weeks 2 days ago #296239 by KPPurple
Replied by KPPurple on topic Returning to ESA?
Hi David,
Thanks for your reply - I’m on contribution ESA and still in the assessment phase. Does that matter? Or would I need to apply for UC if I need to?

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2 weeks 2 days ago #296246 by Gary
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Hi KPPurple

We cannot give you a definitive answer as we do not have all the facts, click on David's link above for a fact sheet, alternatively contact your local Welfare Rights Organisation; advicelocal.uk

Remember UC is means tested whereas CB ESA or NS ESA are not.

Gary

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