Help needed!

Fran96

I was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer nearly 3 years ago and have fortunately outlived my prognosis. My ds1500 ran out recently and instead of being asked for a new one, the ESA sent me for an assessment. I was declared fit to work as I have no mobility issues. Macmillan advised me to get a mandatory reconsideration with a new ds1500. ESA have denied me my benefit again even with the new ds1500 saying that my mobility score was not high enough. Regulation 35 stated that those with terminal illness cannot be asked to work, yet I have a horrid 4 page letter arguing against this. ESA have screwed me over time after time and I am now using macmillan financial advice on a regular basis. Does anyone have any advive/similar experiences. I'm going to have to appeal this decision and go to court. It's so stressful and I'm worried that all the stress is going to tip me back into progression

Dotty123

All you can do is go court then you get money till goes court stay strong good luck 

debbiedo49

That's shocking! I hope you get some help soon x

debsidoo

Hi @Fran96
Sorry about your situation. It’s a long shot but you could try lobbying your local MP and see if they can explain why rule 35 is not in place for you.Some MPs have been known to enquire on these things on behalf of constituents.If not I would seek legal advice as if you are classed as terminal you should be fast tracked onto the system.Good luck 
     Debsidoo.x
    

CockneyRebel

Hi Fran and welcome

Well done on still being with us and beating your prognosis, you must be a strong person.

You should get in touch with your MP and also Amber Rudd, it is inhumane that they are putting you though this.

Might I suggest that you also call the Scope help line for a more personal contact

Dotty123

What’s number for scope helpline plz 

poppy123456

https://www.scope.org.uk/contact-us?_ga=2.138834357.72141529.1538926732-34172724.1520624635

Adrian_Scope

Hi @Dotty123,

You can get in touch with the Helpline on 0808 800 3333 You can also use Type Talk by dialling 18001 from a textphone followed by 0808 800 3333. You can also find out more information about the helpline and other ways to access it on our helpline page.

Best wishes,
Adrian

Dotty123

Hi all can you tell me I paid £6 to post tribunal papers sign next day it’s been delivered will right person of got it thanx

Dotty123

Hi I sent my appeal papers to wrong place I live in wallsend Tyne wear anyone no address to send it