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ESA after redundancy

Hi,
Im classed as disabled and the time I'm been made redundant I will be off having a major operation to do with the disability, would I be able to claim ESA? Does the amount your partner earns effect you getting ESA?
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  • Torry_Quine
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    If you have sufficient NI contributions then you can get contribution based which is not affected by your partner's income. If your Gp will give you a fit note then you can apply
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