Hi, I've claimed benefits for a back problem since 1991, which causes me problems with walking, standing and sitting,. I had a WCA in 2012, and was put in the Support Group after appealing and being re-assessed by the DWP. I received an ESA50 form in May 2016 which I completed and returned. I have just received an appointment to attend an assessment centre on 31st Oct 2016. I have 3 questions, I wonder if anyone can help? 1. I retire in Dec 2016, so how do the DWP justify the expense of an assessment? 2.I specifically asked for a home assessment due to the problems I had attending the WCA in 2012. Why have they ignored my request, without even phoning to explain? 3.Damian Green announced that those with chronic conditions would not be re-assessed. How does 25 years of disability not count as chronic? Thanks in advance for any help offered
