Query re Disability Premium

I've just found out I've been awarded the enhanced rates on both component in PIP. To say I'm overwhelmed is and understatement!

I'm currently in receipt of ESA, income related, and am in the Support Group.

My question is: Does this mean I am now eligible for the Disability Premium? And what about the Severe Disability Premium? I have been looking on the net, and whilst it seems to say I'm now eligible, I can't quite believe that my weekly income could go up so much.

I thought I'd post here and see if anyone is able to enlighten me on this.

Thank you.

Hi L,

Welcome to Benefits and Work

Congratulations on The PIP Awards !!

Just to add to Gordon's good advice, I was talking about IR ESA Premiums earlier today.

Have a look at : This Post, and the relevant links within the post.

bro58

Thank you for your responses - it's appreciated!

Gordon, yes, I'm currently receiving the Enhanced Premium along with my ESA. From what you say, it looks like I could be eligible for the SDP then, as I live alone no-one looks after me. However, the sites I've looked at all tell me I'm eligible for the Disability premium if I'm in receipt of PIP - is this the case? Sorry to be asking more questions, but I'm finding it all so confusing.

Bro58, thank you, and I've had a quick look at the link though as I couldn't find a definitive answer to the question above, thought I'd just ask. But useful information definitely.

It all seems like a minefield at the moment, and I'm still reeling in shock....

Hi L,

Gordon is correct regarding "The Disability Premium" the only Premiums payable with ESA are on this FAQ : ESA Premiums.

The FAQ does need updating to include PIP Daily Living as well as MR or HR Care DLA or AA, for entitlement to The SDP.

Are you sure that they were not talking about "Disability Premiums" as a genralisation ?

bro58