Revision?

Louis Cyphre wrote:

Update:
I have still not had a decision if I can appeal yet I keep ringing up and get nowhere fast! [the latest excuse was the computers have gone down! This has gone on now for 2 and half weeks] I need it now as my HB and CTB run out on the 11th Feb so the thing is, can I claim JSA while this decision is pending? Also can I limit my job search? [my fit note for 8 weeks on the 21st Nov runs out very soon as well] I need to be on a benefit very soon.

Have you escalated the situation to the Customer Services manager, this may require a call back. You may also want to think about making a formal complaint, see

Complaining to the DWP

Yes, you can apply for JSA and you can apply limitations to your contract with the DWP, however, the bottom line is that you must still actively seek work in order to qualify, and if your disabilities prevent this, you may be be creating a catch-22 for yourself.

Gordon

Louis Cyphre wrote:

Would I get any back dated benefit from my fit note dated 21st Nov lasting 8 weeks IF I claimed JSA this week?

As I understand it from previous posts, you are still waiting for the DWP to confirm that they have accepted your request for appeal. I assume therefore that you are not receiving the ESA Assessment rate at the moment.

As far as I am aware, if you claim JSA you will have to close your ESA claim, although any ESA appeal can continue, in which case you would be eligible, once you appeal is accepted, for a back payment from the date your IB was stopped until the date you close your ESA claim.

Gordon