LCWRA - why did it take so long

casra

Hello

I am new to posting in here, so apologies in advance for any inadvertent mistakes.

I had a horrible accident 4 years ago which has left me in a wheelchair and multiple surgeries. I began my journey on ESA contribution style and moved into UC after a year.  I have supplied sick notes for 3 years continuously until the DWP asked me to stop them in January 2023.  I just recently won at tribunal to move from LCW to LCWRA.  Just a side note, I have been in receipt of full rate Mobility PIP for 3 years.   

So, my question is..How is it decided how far back to go for arrears?  Is it the judge or the DWP?   

I go my letter confirming that I won my case a few days ago but does not have any other information in it.

Thanks for reading my post and many thanks for any insights.

Cas

Hannah_Alumni

Hello @casra

I'm so sorry to hear about your health, I hope you have support around you? I would reach out on your Universal Credit journal and ask Please keep us updated! 

casra

Actually just had my question answered!  I got a call from the DWP today, telling me how much my back pay was and that it would be in my bank account in 3 days time.  Relieved it is finally over and they did not prolong the wait.  The arrears was very fair btw.

casra

Hi Hannah

Thanks for asking.  I have had wonderful support from family and friends, so all good on that front!  The hardest thing was going through covid lockdown as that started 3 months after my accident.  a nightmare for us all 🙁

Rosie_Scope

Glad you got it cleared up @casra and good to read you have some lovely people around you to help support you.

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