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Can they take the lower rate of you in a tribunal?

Paula01
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Hi please can anyone advise me, if I was awarded high rate disability then reduced to low rate because of an accessors opinion can they take the lower rate of you in a tribunal this is the second time now what can I do please
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Hello @Paula01 Pleased to meet you welcome.
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In response to your question I am unsure. I know we have benefit advisors on the forum or members of our community will be able to answer.
There might be in touch. To advise you.
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It would be unusual if you are appealing because the higher rate has been reduced to take it all of you
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Hi @Paula01
As you know, tribunals can increase, decrease or leave awards the same. The important thing with tribunals is to be clear with them which extra points you think you qualify for and try and evidence this, for example with a letter from your GP or other health professional. Keeping a daily diary noting down how long it took you to complete an activity, whether it caused discomfort, how long it took you to complete the activity etc can be very useful to take with you on the day of the hearing.
We have more information on appealing a DWP decision here.
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