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6 years 10 months ago #187768 by TheDayToday
ESA query was created by TheDayToday
Hi I have a query..

If a person has retired early and been awarded an enhanced pension on health grounds can they receive contribution based ESA at the same time?

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6 years 10 months ago - 6 years 10 months ago #187776 by slugsta
Replied by slugsta on topic ESA query
Yes, this is not unusual.

Even though this is contributory ESA, payments will still be reduced by 50p for every £1 of pension over the £85 per week disregard.

It is important to notify DWP about the pension, even if it is below the £85 per week, in order to prevent problems if/when it comes to their attention in the future.

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
Last edit: 6 years 10 months ago by slugsta.

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6 years 10 months ago #187822 by jaxw17
Replied by jaxw17 on topic ESA query
i have just fallen foul of this and looks like I could be looking at paying over £10,000 back I thought they knew and have never hidden my private pension sick to my stomach

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