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very interested as I gather from this post you work in this field? and are sympathetic to those who are on disability benefit's treatment by the government.
I am currently thinking of doing work under permitted hours as I have been increasing my out of work activity levels to the point where I would like to start earning money after a long time out. Of course I am worried about how this will affect me financially etc. do you have any advice? would be much appreciated
Tom
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I don't work in this field; I'm one of the many who are being screwed over by Atos and the DWP. I have Asperger's, fibromyalgia and ME; I'm on Income-based ESA (Work-Related Activity Group) and in receipt of DLA.
I think, from what I understand, you can earn up to £95 a week without it affecting your benefits. I hope this helps and feel free to ask away!
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