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12 years 1 week ago #84763 by RoxyKnits
ESA (CB) Confusion was created by RoxyKnits
OK so now I'm totally confused. I've had my medical and been placed in the WRAG. I've printed off the appeal forms as I disagree with being placed in the WRAG but am wondering if it is worth going down this road or not.

I understand you can reapply for ESA 12 weeks after CB ESA has finished and 'start afresh'. My confusion is over the NI Contribution requirement rules. I am registered as self-employed but obviously have not been working, so my NI contributions have been covered by ESA and once that stops, I will again be paying Class 4 contributions for the 12 weeks.

Is that enough to be entitled to start a new claim? I'm just trying to decide which is least stressful route to pursue and would appreciate and help.

I won't quality for IB related ESA due to my husband working.

Many thanks.

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12 years 1 week ago #84765 by Gordon
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RoxyKnits

I'm afraid that it's not that simple.

Eligibility for a contribution based benefit is determined by your NI Contributin record and your NI Contribution and/or NI Credits record.

ESA only pays NI Credits, so you will not be able to re-qualify unless you are able to meet the NI Contribution Condition. NI Contributions can only be earned through employment or registered self-employment, and need to have been made in sufficient quantity during the relevant qualifying years.

Gordon
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