Can I claim income related ESA?

ClairB

Today I have received a form from Dwp to say I get contribution based Esa but I might be able to get Income related? They say I've got to fill form in with all relevant details  requested from Dec 2012 onwards? Why have they asked for this & has anyone else heard of this? 
If anyone could let that would be great!
Thanks 

Ami2301

Hi @ClairB welcome to the community!

I am unsure how to advise and I don't want to give you the wrong answers. However, other members of the community may know how to help you and will be in contact with you soon.

If there is anything else at all that we can help you with then please do not hesitate to get in contact with us!

ClairB

Thank you for replying Ami2301 ☺

edenderry5504

Hi, I have received a booklet from esa to fill in. It says I'm receiving contribution-based ESA & I might be able to income-related ESA  backdated to 2013. I've sent it away & am worried about the outcome. It's 10/10/2018 today.  Regards,  Sam 

ClairB

edenderry5504 I too have received the same form & wondering what it's all about. 

poppy123456

Hi,

When people transferred from Incapacity benefit to ESA they were automatically placed onto Contributions based ESA without being assessed for any income related top ups. DWP realised this mistake and are now contacting those that maybe affected.

To be eligible for the income related top up will depend on your circumstances. Do you live with a partner that works? If so how many hours do they work each week. Do you have any other household income, savings or capital?