Backdated ESA?

lisaparker

Hi everyone
I've just filled out my ESA form for the possible backdated benefit...I was put on con bases ESA from incapacity benefit bk in October 2012,but I've now been told I could have possibly been getting income based ESA premium payments....im confused lol does this mean my benefit will change?Or am I due extra money,can anyone help please?Thanks :-)

steve51

Hi @lisaparker

Welcome it’s great to meet you today.

Have you got a local “CAB” as they would be a good starting point.

Please please come back to me if you have any more problems!!!!

lisaparker

I have yes,but I wondered if anyone on this lovely group could help first as I find it difficult to get out....

Ami2301

Hi @lisaparker welcome to the communityI!

I am unsure, hopefully some of our other members will be in contact with you soon to advise you. 

Do let us know if we can be of any further assistance!

Richard_Scope

Hi @lisaparker

 

Welcome to Scope's community! It's great to have you here.  Just to get you started we have a How To Guide here, you can see all the latest posts here, jump in and get involved and don't worry we are a friendly bunch!  
If you need anything, just let us know.

poppy123456

Hi,

Being entitled to the Income Related top up will totally depend on your circumstances. Living with a partner that works, household income, savings/capital are all things that count for the income related top up. It can take as long as 12 weeks before you hear anything back from DWP and they will write to you once they've made a decision.