Can I be fired for having depression?

Can I be fired for having depression?

The Fair Work Act protects employees who are dealing with mental health problems from unlawful workplace discrimination. This is when an employer takes adverse action against the employee on the basis of his or her mental health problem or disability. Adverse action includes: dismissing an employee.

What benefits can I claim for depression?

The benefits you may be entitled to include:Universal Credit.Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)Personal Independence Payment (PIP)Attendance Allowance.

Can you claim PIP for anxiety and depression?

People struggling financially and psychologically with changes in their circumstances are at risk of increased levels of stress, anxiety or depression. If you have daily living and/or mobility needs because of a mental health condition, you may be eligible for PIP and should consider making a claim to DWP.

What automatically qualifies you for PIP?

You can get PIP with every disability or condition, as long as you have had difficulties with daily living or getting around for three months. If you are terminally ill and your doctor or a medical professional has said you might have less than six months to live, you can also claim PIP.