Do DM's look at receipt of other benefits

Do DM's look at whether an ESA claimant is in receipt of DLA when assessing, or re-assessing?

Cassandra Burton wrote: Do DM's look at whether an ESA claimant is in receipt of DLA when assessing, or re-assessing?

I'm fairly sure they do, but they shouldn't be.

ESA is a benefit for claimants who are absent from work due to ill health/disability, whilst DLA can be paid to those in work who have substantial mobility and/or care needs.

It depends.

Each application stands alone and you should not assume that the Decision Maker will know whether you receive any other benefits. However, we have heard of ESA assessments being used as evidence for DLA claims and of claimants who are found 'fit for work' finding that this has a negative impact on their DLA claim.

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hi all

good question, I wanted to ask, can pip enhanced rate help with mobility esa rate. if you can help, many thanks.

derek wrote: hi all

good question, I wanted to ask, can pip enhanced rate help with mobility esa rate. if you can help, many thanks.

Hi d,

It may help towards the "walking" part of the ESA Mobilsising activity, but under ESA, you will also be assessed on whether you can self propel a manual wheelchair unaided.

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