Lcwra tribunal

Emilyc90

Hello, I’ve started the tribunal process for Lcwra. Am I allowed to send in evidence regarding a possible new diagnosis or is it only for the conditions that were included in the uc50 form? I think the possible new diagnosis could be one of the main reasons I have certain mental health problems so can I include it for that purpose? Thanks for your help. 

calcotti

It’s fine to send in additional information about a new diagnosis. The decision is about the difficulties that impact you and they shouldn’t take into account any deterioration in your health but a diagnosis make be relevant. 

however the most important thing is that you explain your difficulty and which LCWRA descriptor (or descriptors) you consider are applicable,

Emilyc90

@calcotti thank you so much for your help. 

Emilyc90

Hi, just an update. I had a phone call from dwp on Saturday who asked me a few questions and then confirmed they have changed the decision in my favour so no need to go to tribunal. I first reported my health condition on 31st aug 2022. My assessment period is 23-22 and payment date is the 29th. Am I owed any backpay? Thanks x

poppy123456

Great news. Your waiting period will be as follows. Sept to Dec 2022. LCWRA starts from AP 23rd Dec to 22nd Jan and first payment will be 29th Jan 2023. Therefore they owe you 3 months LCWRA element up to now.

Any money owed will be paid separately to your usual monthly money and can often take a few weeks to receive it. You should have the element included in your next statement so you'll need to check that.

Emilyc90

Thank you so much. 

Hannah_Alumni

Great to hear they changed the decision to be in your favour @Emilyc90  

Emilyc90

Thank you @Hannah_Scope