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2 years 4 months ago #276027 by fibrofred
ESA Timescales Northern Ireland was created by fibrofred
Hello Everyone

Just wondered if anyone would know the current timescales for the ESA process in Northern Ireland? How long from Medical Support Services (Dept for Communities) receives the claim form until finding out if there will be an assessment? Also, are the assessments by phone or F2F?

Many thanks

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2 years 4 months ago #276029 by Gary
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Hi fibrofred

Welcome to the forum.

You might want to have a look at the following FAQ which explains where everything is; www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/guides-for-claimants/faq/forum

I have absolutely no idea of the current time scale, it various across regions. There is a very large backlog. On the forum we hear from a few weeks to many months.

I will let forum members answer your question.

In answer to you other question, most assessments are still carried out by phone but we are hearing on the forum some face to face assessments are taking place as well as Tribunal hearings.

Gary
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems

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2 years 4 months ago #276033 by fibrofred
Replied by fibrofred on topic ESA Timescales Northern Ireland
Hi Gary

Thanks a million for your very quick response and for all your help.
Much appreciated :-)

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