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IB and ESA

kompess
Posts: 76 Forumite
Is it true that ESA is a higher rate than IB?
If so, why?
If so, why?
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I dont know the answer but im 24 and im on ESA, i will be getting £76 per week (just passed medical) it was £50 per week, when i turn 25 in 8 weeks will go up to £89 per week.
hope that helpsIs a Bipolar bear0 -
It depends on age, length of claim, severity of condition etc. In some cases IB is more, and in others ESA is more.
If you have a question about your entitlement feel free to post a query on the Benefits board where we will be able to give you information specific to your circumstances.Gone ... or have I?0 -
Even if it is, its harder to get ESA than it is IBThis is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0
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xXMessedUpXx wrote: »Even if it is, its harder to get ESA than it is IB
That would depend on individual circumstances. For some (IMO a minority), it could be seen as easier.Gone ... or have I?0
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