I've just lost my PIP award.

Blossom50

I have just lost my pip. 

Blossom50

I havent got a clue how this site works lol, can anyone help, i have just been turned down for pip after reporting a change my condition & health is worse 

bg844

That’s the risk you have taken, you should always get expert advice before making a change. The next step is a Mandatory Reconsideration, you have one month from the date of decision for this. 

poppy123456

Was it a review and you were refused? If so then you can challenge that decision by first requesting the Mandatory Reconsideration. (MR)

You should put this in writing stating where and why you think you should have scored those points. Include a couple of real world incidents of exactly what happened the last time you attempted each descriptor that applies to you. Give detailed information such as where you were, what exactly happened, did anyone see it and what the consequnces were.

Timescales for decisions is up to about 12 weeks. If the decision doesn't change you can proceed with Tribunal. You can also get some expert advice and help from an agency near you. Start here. https://advicelocal.uk/

Mimikyu

Oh no!! That's awful to happen. Common sense would say that if you are worse you should at least still get the same award, if not higher. I've always been too scared to report changes because of this sort of thing. 
Do you know how to appeal the decision?

poppy123456

Mimikyu said:

Oh no!! That's awful to happen. Common sense would say that if you are worse you should at least still get the same award, if not higher. I've always been too scared to report changes because of this sort of thing. 
Do you know how to appeal the decision?

 A worsening of condition doesn't automatically entitle anyone to more points for a higher award.

durhamjaide2001

Hi @Blossom50  Welcome to the Community. If you have any questions please ask. We are a friendly and supportive forum, so please have a look around and join in when you are ready. You might like to start with the Coffee lounge under Categories for chats and games. I think we all worry about benefits that's  why there's a whole section about it in this community in which I hope you find useful. I hope to see you around the community. 

Cher_Alumni

Hello @Blossom50

I've merged your two threads together to help us keep track of your situation. To reply to this thread, just type in the big white 'Leave your comment' box at the bottom of your screen and press 'Post comment'.

If you have any other questions about your PIP or how to use the online community, please ask away.

Do you feel comfortable pursuing a mandatory reconsideration?  If not, please do seek free independent advice from a welfare representative - as suggested, by visiting Advice Local.

Best of luck with it.

calcotti

poppy123456 said:

Was it a review and you were refused? 

OP says they reported a change but I see this a a merged thread so I guess that information wasn't available when you replied!

poppy123456

calcotti said:

poppy123456 said:

Was it a review and you were refused? 

OP says they reported a change but I see this a a merged thread so I guess that information wasn't available when you replied!

You're right it wasn't and i didn't link the threads, unusual for me.