Ulcerative Colitis

I refer to the most recent newsletter email and whilst fully accepting that every case must be taken on its merits would like to comment on you opening entry:-

"Completed the claim form online over a few days continually referring to your advice. Form was sent off third week in May . . . This morning I received the familiar looking envelope and tentatively opened it, only to be advised that I have been awarded the higher rate in care AND mobility for the next two years!!!



In my wife's case has had a very similar experience, however we were somewhat surprised to find out, that she has now been summoned to a medical assessment – I was more surprised at this, given that in respect of one question alone, without doubt she would accrue 15 points based on the following:-

Loses control of bowels at least once a week. 15 points.

If it is a fact that there is a “Loss of Control of bowels at least once a week”, is the awarding of 15 points automatic, after all there is no alternative truthful answer.

It would be so much simpler if all DWP Decision Makers made consistent decisions, although there can be just a tiny difference in the information or supporting documents provided by two claimants that makes a difference.

I'm sorry, though, about your wife's experience and hope that all goes well at the assessment.