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Confused about letter

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Juthbert
Juthbert Community member Posts: 22 Listener
Hi,
I had my work capability assessment at the end of January and have been waiting to hear what group I'm being placed in.
Today I've received a letter saying that due to a change in state and security benefits,my payments will increase to £90 from April, but that I can only be paid ESA until the end of September. It says nothing about which group I'm in but does say I can appeal the decision. I feel confused now.
Is this just a general letter or does it mean I e been classed as capable for work? I've received a copy of my assessment and the assessor wrote that my issues were severe and she didn't feel I was capable for work for the foreseeable future. 
I know I should just phone them and ask but I hate using the phone, so thought I'd check on here first if anyone could advise.

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Community member Posts: 54,691 Disability Gamechanger
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    That will be the annual uprating letter because benefits increase from April. New style ESA assessment rate will be £90.50/week from April. 

    It is not the decision letter of the work capability assessment. The reason your ESA is only paid up until Sept is because it's only paid for 1 year unless placed into the Support Group. 

    If the worst happens and you're found fit for work then your ESA will stop completely once the decision is made. 
    I would appreciate it if members wouldn't tag me please. I have all notifcations turned off and wouldn't want a member thinking i'm being rude by not replying.
    If i see a question that i know the answer to i will try my best to help.
  • Juthbert
    Juthbert Community member Posts: 22 Listener
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    Thank you Poppy. 

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