I was previously awarded LCWRA, but now I'm on LCW. Am I still in SG? Do I have to look for work?

Laff91

Hi all, I recently posted the other day regarding a decision maker regarding my claim for ESA.
The decision maker has made a decision.
I'm currently in the support group, but they have now said this.
"Following your Work Capability Assessment, we have decided that you have Limited Capability for work, but are now fit enough to take part in work-related-activities"
Does this mean I'm no longer in the support group and have to start seeking work?
It also says underneath "You do not have to send us anymore statements of fitness for work from your doctor"
I'm a little confused by it, and very worried as I'm not fit enough to work, hope someone can share some info on this. Thank you

calcotti

Yes it means that you are no longer in the Support Group. The amount of ESA you receive will go down. You are not expected to look for work but will be expected to have some engagement with the DWP about how you can help prepare for a return to work.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/employment-and-support-allowance/while-youre-getting-esa/about-the-esa-groups/

If you disagree with the decision you need to request a Mandatory Reconsideration. 
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/benefits-introduction/problems-with-benefits-and-tax-credits/challenging-a-benefit-decision/challenging-a-dwp-benefit-decision-on-or-after-28-october-2013/challenging-a-benefit-or-tax-credit-decision-asking-for-a-reconsideration/

Laff91

calcotti said:

Yes it means that you are no longer in the Support Group. The amount of ESA you receive will go down. You are not expected to look for work but will be expected to have some engagement with the DWP about how you can help prepare for a return to work.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/sick-or-disabled-people-and-carers/employment-and-support-allowance/while-youre-getting-esa/about-the-esa-groups/

If you disagree with the decision you need to request a Mandatory Reconsideration. 
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/benefits-introduction/problems-with-benefits-and-tax-credits/challenging-a-benefit-decision/challenging-a-dwp-benefit-decision-on-or-after-28-october-2013/challenging-a-benefit-or-tax-credit-decision-asking-for-a-reconsideration/

Ok thankyou. I was a little confused as I thought if you are in the work related group you had to provide fit notes.
I'll try for a reconsideration and see how that goes.

janer1967

Hi 

My understanding I'd that

Once a decision is made on your work capability you no longer need to provide fit notes