Universal Credit and other in-work benefits - a guide for union reps and workers (April 2019)

Chapter 4

Employment and Support Allowance

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ESA provides support if you are unable to work because of illness or disability. It comprises financial support or personalised help so you can work if you are able to. However, it is one of several benefits being gradually replaced by UC (see Chapter 1).


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