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Change in circumstances- PIP

Hello everyone, I have a question hopefully someone can help. A year ago after nearly a year my wife was awarded pup at tribunal. She has now reapplied for a change of circumstances because her mobility has got worse. I wanted to ask if it is possible that the DWP can overturn the original tribunal award, or is that set in stone. Hope someone can advise because this thought is making my wife very anxious
Many thanks
Rimbo
Many thanks
Rimbo
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I wanted to acknowledge your post, first of all, because I'm not a benefits expert and can't directly answer your question. We do, however, have specialists here and they will get back to you as soon as your message filters through to them.
Bear with us, if you can, and in the unlikely event of your not hearing anything by teatime tomorrow, please get back in touch with me.
Warmest best wishes to you,
Richard
A change of circumstance should not overturn the original decision.
However the DWP do have the right to review any award at any time.
How long is your wifes award for ?
CR
Though it should make no difference to the original award, there have been instances where DWP have required reassessments when a change of circumstances has been reported and the original award has been removed rather than an increased award made.
It's an interpretation and opinion as to whether you get awarded in that case.
That's what happened to me, assessor was ignored- that they ask you to see.