ESA50 form through after 12 weeks of award.

gaenor wrote: Hi I was awarded the support group for ESA just 12 weeks ago. They have now sent me another ESA50 form to fill in already which I find ridiculous to come around so soon as my condition is chronic with arthritis and fibromyalgia which I've had for 12 years. Last time I was left alone for 2 years. I am proactive in therapy and trying to heal, but having all this stress all the time there is no chance of me getting better! I'm considering writing a letter to my MP.

I'm wondering if it's ok to put in all the boxes 'no change from the previous claim form?'

Unfortunately the DWP can reassess an ESA claim at any time after 3 months have elapsed.

This will be a full reassessment of your claim, I am afraid you cannot rely on those looking at your claim having access to your previous ESA50 or any of the evidence attached to it, our recommendation would be for you to complete the form in detail even if you copy the text from your last form and you should submit any evidence that you have even if it was previously included.

I would certainly write to your MP but unless the requirement for you to complete the ESA50 is withdrawn in writing you must complete and return it or you risk having your ESA claim closed.

Contacting your MP

Gordon

gaenor wrote: Thankyou very much for your reply. It's nice to know you can copy text I will do that for next time, unfortunately I can't for this time. Thanks

If you complete the ESA50 by saying "no change" then there is a real chance that your claim will fail and you will be found Fit for Work!

Gordon