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7 years 5 months ago #170560 by rmegan
Verdict is in!! was created by rmegan
I have received my "verdict" from DWP re my PIP claim and I have been awarded standard care and standard mobility which means that my Mobility Car has to be returned. I scored 10 points on mobility but lost out due to the fact that I have a brain and can plan a journey. How can this be right? It was stated in my assessors report that I was capable of planning a journey, no mention of not being able to make the journey after the planning stage. Just because I can plan a journey doesn't mean that my mobility has improved. It has in fact got worse which was upheld by the assessment process yet I lose my car. All I can say is there but for the grace of God, go those who make the rules. I received my assessors report and it was complete and concise and true (but I did record it). Next review in 2 years time. :( :angry:

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7 years 5 months ago - 7 years 5 months ago #170576 by slugsta
Replied by slugsta on topic Verdict is in!!
Hi Megan,

I'm sorry that your award is not what you feel it should be. The mobility descriptor was deliberately made brutally difficult! The planning a journey descriptor relates only to people with cognitive, sensory or mental health difficulties - you will not score any points there if you do not have a considerable problem in these areas

Bearing in mind the above, you are entitled to ask for a Mandatory Reconsideration of the award if you believe you should have scored more points. Have a look at the PIP guide and see what you think.

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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