DWP Urges Eligible Britons With These 23 Medical Conditions to Claim Up to £518 ESA Benefits

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By Arezki AMIRI Published on 7 July 2024 18:37
Dwp Urges Eligible Brits With These 23 Medical Conditions To Claim Up To £518 Esa Benefits
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The Department for Work and Benefits (DWP) has issued a vital update that numerous people could be missing out on significant money related back each month. The DWP's Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) program as of now helps roughly 1.7 million individuals over the Joined together Kingdom.

Conditions that Qualify for ESA

The DWP recognises 23 categories of medical conditions that may make you eligible for an ESA, including:

  • Infectious and parasitic diseases
  • Neoplasms
  • Blood disorders
  • Metabolic diseases
  • Mental and behavioural disorders
  • Nervous system diseases
  • Eye diseases
  • Ear and mastoid process diseases
  • Circulatory system diseases
  • Respiratory diseases
  • Digestive system diseases
  • Skin diseases
  • Musculoskeletal diseases
  • Genito-urinary system diseases
  • Pregnancy-related conditions
  • Perinatal period conditions
  • Congenital malformations
  • Clinical and laboratory findings
  • Injuries and poisoning
  • External causes of morbidity
  • Health status and healthcare interactions
  • Special purposes codes
  • Other unspecified conditions

How to Apply for DWP's ESA

To apply for ESA, you can either complete the process online or call 0800 055 6688. The following information is required:

  • Your National Insurance number
  • Your bank or building society account details (or a friend/family member’s account if you do not have one)
  • Your doctor’s contact information
  • A Fit Note (also known as a sick note or a statement of fitness for work) if you’ve been unable to work for over seven days due to your condition
  • Details of your income if you are currently working
  • The date your Statutory Sick Pay ends, if applicable

The 'assessment rate' is:

  • Up to £67.20 per week for those under 25
  • Up to £84.80 per week for those 25 and over

  1. Work-Related Activity Group: For those who are expected to return to work in the future. This group receives up to £84.80 per week.
  2. Support Group: For those with severe conditions affecting their ability to work. This group receives up to £129.50 per week.

1 comment on «DWP Urges Eligible Britons With These 23 Medical Conditions to Claim Up to £518 ESA Benefits»

  • michael hoyles

    how do i request an assessment regarding my condition being severe and gradually getting worse and getting and obtaining a sick note to verify this ive been advised by trussell trust to apply for the higher rate of limited capability for looking for work as they say that i have high probable cause and proof of being able to claim this.

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