Disabled Bus Pass

SKINNYPHIL

Hi, I have anxiety and depression plus COPD. I have to use a walking stick when out due to breathlessness. I am currently receiving enhanced daily living and enhanced mobility on PIP. The problem I have is that my award is only 4 points for mobility ( I put the wrong walking distance down on the form). I have 10 points for planning and following a journey so get enhanced mobility. I don't understand how I'm entitled to a mobility car ( but I don't drive) but not a bus pass let alone a companion one as I struggle on my own and have someone with me. I live in Hertfordshire so not sure if all councils are the same.

Any advice?

Rosie_Scope

Hi @SKINNYPHIL, welcome to the community. These kinds of things can vary quite a lot between councils, unfortunately, so it's quite difficult to say.

Have you spoken to anyone at the council about whether there's anything they can do about it?

Some may have alternative ways of assessing your needs if you haven't quite met the eligibility requirements.

If you struggle to get anywhere with the council, you may be able to contact your MP or local councillors to see if they can help in any way.

Edited to add: I've just seen your other discussion here so I will close this one off for now to prevent confusion ☺️