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2 years 11 months ago #269116 by Hetty2017
PIP Renewal query was created by Hetty2017
I have pip enhanced for both care & mobility for 3 yrs from 2019 it was due to be renewed this year, I got a letter saying it would be reviewed 2023 due to covid. The form arrived today, My question is when answering the questions do you just put " no change" or go into as much detail as you did for the first claim. I was on DLA life award then Pip for 3 yrs, my points were high due to my complex illness, any advice gratefully welcome, do they look at your original answers and evidence, or should I say exactly what I put last time, because it hasn't changed, only one condition has, which will be added as I was diagnosed with it during covid, and that's hearing related. Thank you
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2 years 11 months ago #269125 by Gary
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Hi Hetty2017
I would treat the renewal form as if you were applying for PIP the first time round, if you kept a copy of your original form then use it as a template, if your condition has worsen then explain why your condition has worsen, on the other hand if your condition has improved then explain what has improved.
It is perfectly OK for you to type your answers and attach them as extra pages to the form, just make sure that each page has your full name and NINO at the top and that they are numbered, we recommend "page X of Y" so that it is easy to see if pages are missing. Make sure you clearly mark on the form where your answers are and on the relevant page that you are answering question X.
I would not split your answers across the form and attached pages, do one or the other for each activity (not question), splitting it risks the second part of your answer not being read.
Attach the pages to the back of the form using a staple or make a hole in the top left corner and use a treasury tag, string or ribbon to the form. The pages need to be easily detached so that they can be scanned by the DWP.
If you have any additional questions then please come back to the forum.
Gary
I would treat the renewal form as if you were applying for PIP the first time round, if you kept a copy of your original form then use it as a template, if your condition has worsen then explain why your condition has worsen, on the other hand if your condition has improved then explain what has improved.
It is perfectly OK for you to type your answers and attach them as extra pages to the form, just make sure that each page has your full name and NINO at the top and that they are numbered, we recommend "page X of Y" so that it is easy to see if pages are missing. Make sure you clearly mark on the form where your answers are and on the relevant page that you are answering question X.
I would not split your answers across the form and attached pages, do one or the other for each activity (not question), splitting it risks the second part of your answer not being read.
Attach the pages to the back of the form using a staple or make a hole in the top left corner and use a treasury tag, string or ribbon to the form. The pages need to be easily detached so that they can be scanned by the DWP.
If you have any additional questions then please come back to the forum.
Gary
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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