PIP Stopped – Will My LCWRA Be Affected? Assessor Lied, Got PA4 – Need Advice

bubblecake263
bubblecake263 Online Community Member Posts: 30 Empowering
edited April 29 in PIP, DLA, ADP and AA

Hi all,

I’m in a bit of a tough spot and need some advice.

I’ve been receiving Low Mobility PIP for a while, but I just found out that my PIP has been stopped. The assessor lied in my assessment, and I’ve got a copy of the PA4 (the assessment report), which shows several inaccuracies. For example, the assessor said things like:

That I could hear in my left ear, which is not true — I have a hearing disability and can’t wear a hearing aid on that ear (this was clearly stated in my original PIP form and medical history).

They also said I could use public transport, which isn’t possible due to my sciatica and panic attacks.

Plus, they claimed I don’t pass out from panic attacks, which I’ve been diagnosed with.

I called the PIP helpline through text relay (since I’m deaf) and was told that my PIP was stopped, and I should wait for the decision letter. The adviser also told me that I need to submit a Mandatory Reconsideration (MR) before 28th May, or my PIP award will be fully cancelled.

My question is:
Will my LCWRA (Limited Capability for Work and Work-Related Activity) be affected by my PIP being stopped? I’ve been receiving LCWRA as part of my Universal Credit, but I’m worried they might stop it too now that PIP has ended.

Also, if the assessor lied in my report, is there a clear way to show this when requesting an MR? I want to make sure I’m doing everything right.

I’d really appreciate any advice or personal experiences from people who’ve gone through something similar.

Thanks so much!

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  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 5,760 Championing
    edited April 29

    UC LCWRA will not be affected by the PIP decision.

  • Holly_Scope
    Holly_Scope Posts: 2,455 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    Hi @bubblecake263 it sounds like you've had an awful experience with this assessment.

    I've found a post (it's a little old) but it's a similar situation and there's some comments that might be helpful to you - What can be done about lying PIP assessors? — Scope | Online Community

    Have you completed and submitted your mandatory reconciliation documentation yet? If not, and you're looking for some support Citizens Advice offer a great service, and might be able to sit with you to fill out the forms.

    Best wishes,

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