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hello this is my first visit to your forum. i have found myself in a position that im not sure how to resolve, i am told on the one hand that i am capable of work but on the other hand i cant claim job seekers allowance because i havent worked for five years after being diagnosed with medical problems that pevented me from working, can anyone give me any advise on what i should do

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  • Oldernotwiser
    Oldernotwiser Posts: 37,425 Forumite
    edited 24 November 2011 at 12:18PM
    Presumably you aren't able to claim JSA (contributions based) because you haven't paid the appropriate NICs and can't get JSA (means tested) because your household income is too high or you have savings. You wouldn't be able to claim ESA for the same reasons.

    You can sign on for JSA credits which will count towards your pension.
  • Is it possible you could appeal the decision? or maybe try income support
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