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What is New Style Employment and Support Allowance (New Style ESA)?

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New Style Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is money that some people get.

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Can you get New Style ESA? 

You may get New Style ESA if you:

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live in the UK

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are younger than the state pension age

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Are disabled and can't work or can't work many hours.

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have had a job before or have a job now.
You can find what amounts you can work and get ESA on the government website

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You can apply for ESA:

on the Employment Support Allowance page of the government website

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or

on by phoning: 0800 055 6688.

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If you need help applying, contact the Learning Disability Helpline online or call 0808 808 1111