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Non Face to Face assessments for PIP

This discussion was created from comments split from: Introducing The Benefits Training Co.-Experts in disability benefits, tax credits and other benefits.
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Hi @icecream
Sounds stressful!
What I would bear in mind though, is that the DWP don't actually need to do an assessment at all to make a decision - I have seen a few cases where no assessment has been made and the decision made on the evidence they have.
In your case it may be that they felt they had enough to make a decision on your claim - they certainly seem to have some info about you if they are refusing home visits?
I would wait for the decision - if they are to refuse you, they're going to have to come up with a blooming good reason for not carrying out the full assessment, so hopefully they will award the benefit.
If you're anxious for information in the meantime, you could always call the DWP or write them a letter asking for a copy of the assessor's report - that might give an indication of where they are headed with the decision.
Ultimately, if it is a refusal, it sounds like you have good grounds for an appeal - in that they have not followed their own guidance and assessed you properly.
Let us know how you get on!
Kind regards,
Mary