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On PIP and lost my job

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Darkchild101
Darkchild101

I get standard rate for both components and lost my job today due to attendance issues. Is there a benefit I can claim to supplement my PIP

Thanks

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  • denise15811
    denise15811 Darkchild101

    Posted

    You maybe able to claim ESA depending on your circumstances. It would be Contribution Based ESA if you've paid enough NI contributions in the last 2 years. If you haven't paid enough then claiming Income Based ESA would depend on other circumstances, I,E are you single, have children have a partner that works? To claim ESA you would need a sick/fit note from your GP.

    • hypercat
      hypercat denise15811

      Posted

      They base it on the last 2/3 tax years Denise.  It can happen where you can't claim contributions benefit one year but can from 1st January the next year coz they are using a new tax year to work it out.  x

       

  • adelle91740
    adelle91740 Darkchild101

    Posted

    There is u can out in for esa u have to call them to make a claim takes about 10 days
  • hypercat
    hypercat Darkchild101

    Posted

    Also if you live on your own you might be able to get housing benefit and council tax rebate.  x

     

  • Darkchild101
    Darkchild101

    Posted

    Hi guys. I was in my last job for 4 years full time till last year if that gives a fuller picture and I live alone

    Thanks

    • hypercat
      hypercat Darkchild101

      Posted

      Well in that case you can claim ESA,  housing benefit and council tax rebate.  x

       

  • Darkchild101
    Darkchild101

    Posted

    Sorry I meant till yesterday not last year
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