× Members

DLA to PIP

More
5 years 7 months ago #216976 by housemouse93
DLA to PIP was created by housemouse93
First time posting. I asked for extension in returning PIP form, freely given 2 weeks, I wanted help from CAB but appt. a month away, was given a further 2 weeks by DM no problem. Followed your guidelines, phoned only to check my form was received, given update also, is it usual for a DM to decide if a ftf is needed ? I assumed ftf was par for the course. I accepted updates by text, but kept getting the original date in error, when I phoned about it I discovered it greatly depends on who you speak to at DWP as to how you are treated.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
5 years 7 months ago #217011 by Gordon
Replied by Gordon on topic DLA to PIP
Bin it

The vast majority of claimants will have a F2F, the decision is actually made by the Assessment Provider for your postcode.

Gordon

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
The following user(s) said Thank You: housemouse93

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
5 years 6 months ago #218413 by housemouse93
Replied by housemouse93 on topic DLA to PIP
Hi all, I know many of us wonder about timescales, I returned my DLA to PIP form week 24/8/18. Received a white envelope, for a change, today with FTF beginning October, 6 weeks in total. Seems Scottish assessment people don’t take holidays. I thought it might be longer. Here’s hoping.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
5 years 6 months ago #218416 by housemouse93
Replied by housemouse93 on topic DLA to PIP
I omitted to say, the accompanying leaflet says “you can only request a copy ( of Assessment) once the DWP writes to you with their decision” all I’ve read on the forum says I can phone as soon as DWP receive it. Is this on the leaflets others are receiving ?

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
5 years 6 months ago #218419 by Gordon
Replied by Gordon on topic DLA to PIP
bin it

Was the leaflet from the Assessment Provider? If it was then the statement has no value as they cannot speak for the DWP.

Gordon

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
The following user(s) said Thank You: housemouse93

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
5 years 6 months ago #218471 by housemouse93
Replied by housemouse93 on topic DLA to PIP
Yes it is, pretty colored 16 page leaflet, it’s first question under their FAQ. “Can I have a copy of the assessment report” . “ yes - but you can only request a copy once the DWP writes to you with their decision”. Lists phone number also. I realise from the forum that it’s a very short window to get a copy before a DWP decision, but interesting Atos believe they control the conditions. Appreciate your comment Gordon, I wouldn’t have thought of it that way.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Moderators: GordonGaryBISCatherineWendyKellygreekqueenpeterKatherineSuper UserjimmckChris
We use cookies

We use cookies on our website. Some of them are essential for the operation of the site, while others help us to improve this site and the user experience (tracking cookies). You can decide for yourself whether you want to allow cookies or not. Please note that if you reject them, you may not be able to use all the functionalities of the site.