DWP is preparing for social security changes
People claiming personal independence payment may see a reduction or halt in their benefits as the Department for Work and Pensions steps up reviews to check the validity of claims. It comes amid expectations of significant changes in the social security system.
Following the Spring Budget, where the previous government provided extra funding to the system, officials are now accelerating the review process. This not only aims to speed up the assessment of fresh applications but also to tackle the backlog of cases in need of re-examination. If you didn't return the review form within the specified timeframe, call the PIP helpline on 0800 121 4433 and ask for an extension to complete and send it in. If the DWP refuses this, you'll need to start a new claim from scratch. You can also challenge the decision to stop your PIP if you believe you had a valid reason for not sending in your form before the deadline, such as illness or a domestic emergency.
If you fail to attend a medical assessment, you can ask the DWP to arrange another one. If they agree and subsequently determine that you're still eligible for PIP, they'll pay you the amount you would have received if your payments hadn't been stopped.
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