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Johnny

I'd ask for the Fit Note to be from the 12th, there's no harm in being dated too early, but if it is late they won't pay you.

ESA Tribunals are usually held in 2-3 months, but there is considerable regional variation, for example the SW could easily be 6 months or more.

As a general statistic, claimants who are represented have a better chance of a successful appeal, but if you do find someone to help you then make sure you ask them about their track record, a bad representative can be a lot worse than none at all. Also, a lot of claimants win their cases without a representative so don't assume that you will be disadvantaged significantly if you cannot find one.

You need evidence that supports your limitations, it's easy to assume that someone with a foot to thigh cast due to a broken leg is going to have problems walking, sometimes the effects can be less obvious, but it will really help if you can show that there is a reasonable cause for your problems.

You don't have to go into detail why you are appealing, the ESA Appeal guide explains how to complete the form. You would normally provide your detailed reasons for appealing once you have received the DWP's submission to the TS.

Gordon

Johnny

You should be able to find the likely venue on the following

www.appeals-service.gov.uk/Venues/venues.htm

Yes, start with your GP and Physiotherapist.

I would take any documents you have to the CAB.

Gordon