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keithy1976
keithy1976

hi im new to all this was told on 21/02/2017 that i had passed my medical was told i have been put into support group and wouldrecieve extra money which would be backdated for 6 weeks does anyone now how long this takes and will my next benefit payment be thenew amount as when i phoned the perso never new that wiuld hapen

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  • denise15811
    denise15811 keithy1976

    Posted

    Your next payment should be the new amount but the 6 weeks back dated money will most likely be paid seperately and shouldn't take too long. If you don't recieve the back dated money within the next week then give DWP a call to find out whats happening.

    • keithy1976
      keithy1976 denise15811

      Posted

      thankyou denise....im  new to this esa partner was working whilst ive been sick for last 3 years and 18 operations, just had to do esa due to her being redundent. may i ask will i get the extra premium of 15 pound as well with it plus this is a esa for couples claim..
    • denise15811
      denise15811 keithy1976

      Posted

      You're welcome. Yes you'll get the £15 Enhanced disability premium with you.

    • denise15811
      denise15811

      Posted

      with it not with you. Sorry can't edit posts.

    • keithy1976
      keithy1976 denise15811

      Posted

      thankyou again.... im due next wednesday we will see what they put in
  • Morag_0100
    Morag_0100 keithy1976

    Posted

    Congratulations first of all my mum has been put in the support group as well when did you have your f2f assesment
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