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While you're getting ESA
Information for while you're on ESA. Check what you have to do in the work-related activity group, reporting a change and work you can do while on ESA
If your ESA is stopped or reduced
What to do if your ESA is stopped or reduced. If the DWP stop or reduce your ESA, you might be able to challenge them or start a new claim
Claiming new style ESA
Claiming new style ESA. You’ll need to show that your medical condition makes it difficult to work – get advice about applying and find out more
Preparing for your ESA medical assessment
What will happen at the assessment, what to take with you, how to answer questions from the healthcare professional, what will happen next
Fill in the ESA capability for work form
Detailed information on how to fill in your WCA50 claim form, including advice for each question
Getting your ESA decision after an assessment
Getting your ESA decision after an assessment from the DWP. Find out more about what happens after your work capability assessment
How much ESA you can get
How much ESA you could get - whether you're about to start a claim or are currently being assessed for ESA
If your ESA is ending because of the 1-year limit
What you can do if your new style or contribution-based ESA is ending