Question: how much money can you earn before your benefits are affected?
Answer: Employment and Support Allowance Permitted Work Rules There are three rules for permitted work: Lower Limit ‐ You can earn an additional £20 per week for an unlimited period. Higher Limit ‐ You can also earn more than this ‐ up to £125.50 per week as long as you work no more than 16 hours per week.