LRD guides and handbook April 2019

Universal Credit and other in-work benefits - a guide for union reps and workers

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Chapter 4

Employment and Support Allowance

[ch 4: page 39]

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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