If you can't work because of illness or disability you may be able to get Incapacity Benefit (IB), a weekly payment for people under State Pension age.
From 27 October 2008, Employment and Support Allowance replaced Incapacity Benefit and Income Support paid on the grounds of incapacity for new customers only.
If you'd like more information before applying, use the link below to find out about:
Contact Incapacity Benefits Branch to claim Incapacity Benefit.
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