Hi furnitman, Very first time on a thread. Did you know that you can claim jobseekers allowance even though you are not fit for work? You just tell them you are etc, and it does not go against in your tribunaral when you appeal. I only know this as I had very bad post natal depression and ptsd as part of a difficult birth,and underlying medical condition bought on by my pregnancy. I attended my assesment and got a big fat 0! So I googled which is my best friend and came across certain sites and learnt this. Unfortunatley I cant remember which for you to visit. I only had a few weeks contributions left anyway so I didnt as Im not entitled to income based. I didnt fight as I dont have the will to fight like I used to. I was very "gobby". But I hope you fight all the way dont give up.