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After having a re-assessment for PIP, my benefit was recently reduced to the standard rate for daily living and zero for mobility. I submitted a request for a mandatory reconsideration outlining what I disagree with and giving examples, as suggested on here.
Only a month after sending in my request, one of the people who care for me received a phone call from someone from the DWP. They said they had done the mandatory reconsideration and decided to award me the enhanced rate for daily living and the enhanced rate for mobility.
They are also going to backdate this to when I had my re-assessment.
Is it normal to receive a phone call after only a month - I thought it was to take 8 to 10 weeks? I was a little worried that something could be wrong!
Also, how long, roughly, does it take to receive the backdated money?
Thanks everyone!
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If the link doesn't work search for DWP + PIP + assessment guidelines Part 2.
Mobility is Part 2.4
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/personal-independence-payment-assessment-guide-for-assessment-providers/pip-assessment-guide-part-2-the-assessment-criteria#mobility-activities
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Thank you for joining and sharing.
I am one of the team of community champions. We guide, advise and help members of our community.
Please can I advise we have a member of our team of community champions.
My friend @poppy123456 who may be able answer your question clearly.
Has a lot of knowledge on benefits and wish you to have the correct answers.
Have tagged her name so she will be along as soon as possible.
Please if I can also suggest that your CAB local office can help with any appeals or MR.
They have knowledge and expertise.
Also may I add one other important aspect of PIP and benefits try to get some support and advice, guidance from any one who is supporting you.
If you have a mental health condition, an illness or a disability . Often a relevant organisation . Happy to give those if you wish to.
I used mental health charities when I had floating support. Came with me to assessments, filled out forms and much needed reassurance.
I have now left so use CAB for form filling in and general advice.
Please can I add your not stupid your just asking a honest question.
Benefit are complex and confusing.
Please ask anything further some one will know.
Wish you well for a successful outcome.
Please take care.
@thespiceman
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