Hi, my name is Locky84! Doctor says not fit for work, UC say I am, what happens now?

Locky84

I am a 64year old man with heart failure.my doctor says I am not fit for work.universal credit says I am .so what happens now

durhamjaide2001

welcome to the forum I would suggest that you visit the coffee lounge and the games den first because they are the most friendly places on the site

Kimmy87

Have you received a fit for work decision, after filling in a UC50 form and having a medical assessment?

If so, when did you receive that decision?

Rosie_Scope

Hi @Locky84, welcome to the community. Sorry this has happened to you, that must be really frustrating. It would be great to know the answers to Kimmy's questions so we can understand your situation more.

If you've had an assessment and a decision has been made recently, you may be able to challenge it. There's some information on the Scope website here:

Appealing a benefits decision | Disability charity Scope UK

WhatThe

Have you received a fit for work decision, after filling in a UC50 form and having a medical assessment?

It's a DWP Health Assessment not a medical assessment. Only Locky's GP is qualified to do that.

What an awful situation to be in at 64. The system is broken.