Mandatory Reconsideration. Anyone had success? How long to hear back? Do they call you to discuss?

private_Scoper

Has anyone had any success with the PIP mandatory Reconsideration ?
I got arthritis which makes it hard for me to get around with the pain on my back. I got a few other problems too. All evidence has been sent. Just sent it over this week so when am I looking to hear back roughly. Also I heard apparently they call you to discuss your award when you go through the MR, is this true ?? 

Thank you for your help people

calcotti

MRs can be successful although the success rate is higher at tribunal.
DWP may ring you to discuss your MR but will not necessarily do so.
Remember that PIP is not about diagnosis so although medical evidence may help the most important thing is that you explain how you are affected by your health in respect of carrying out the prescribed activities to the required standard (see the section on reliably in this link https://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/personal-independence-payment-pip/pip-points-system).

effie678

Hi,. I sent off a MR on the 2nd Aug so I'm waiting to see what happens. I've not heard anything as yet. Good luck with yours

private_Scoper

@calcotti thank you for your help mate. It’s much appreciated 

private_Scoper

@effie678 I heard it could sometimes take 2 weeks so hopefully you’ll hear back soon. Good luck and keep us updated. 

Thanks for the help as well 

janer1967

Mr decision currently in most cases are taking a few months rather than weeks for a decision 

It is taking up to 4 weeks to even get scanned onto the system to show they have been received 

Then allocated to a decision maker to the bottom of their pile of claims to deal with 

Obviously some get a decision sooner than others 

private_Scoper

@janer1967 @lillybelle
thank you for your comments 

duwbi

I sent my MR back early July 2021, had text on 5th July confirming I’ve asked for a MR. Not heard a thing as yet. 

private_Scoper

@duwbiThank you for this information. I sent mine on the 13th August 2021 and they said it’ll be another 9 weeks till I hear back. Hoping they get back to me sooner than that 

duwbi

Your welcome, I will update the chat once I hear back as will give others an idea on waiting time. 

private_Scoper

Please do. Thank you kindly 

Dan2three

Hi all I sent mine 16th July recieved the text saying I had asked for MR on the 29th July and a response could take upto 10weeks... I will also keep all informed to help with current time frames!! I'm on 4weeks today. 

private_Scoper

@Dan2three Please keep us informed 
thanks 

duwbi

I am still waiting from 5th July.

buffy6956

i sent mine back on 2nd August got a text on 18th August confirming I’ve asked for a reconsideration then called them today and was told that it had gone over to the case manager and would take another week or so till I hear from them... he asked me to confirm my phone number at the same time so maybe they do call you. I will update with the outcome once I know 

private_Scoper

Good luck and yes please do keep us updated

wilko

I had my PIP assessment I was awarded the same as before standard daily living so I put in an MR and a 10 page A4 printed submission and was awarded enhanced and kept my enhanced on mobility.

private_Scoper

That’s brilliant mate ! Appreciate you sharing

duwbi

wilko said:

I had my PIP assessment I was awarded the same as before standard daily living so I put in an MR and a 10 page A4 printed submission and was awarded enhanced and kept my enhanced on mobility.

Can I ask how long your MR took, please? Thanks

poppy123456

duwbi said:

wilko said:

I had my PIP assessment I was awarded the same as before standard daily living so I put in an MR and a 10 page A4 printed submission and was awarded enhanced and kept my enhanced on mobility.

Can I ask how long your MR took, please? Thanks

Someone else's timescale is likely to be totally different. For the MR at the moment, it's anything up to 3 months, sometimes longer.

duwbi

poppy123456 said:

duwbi said:

wilko said:

I had my PIP assessment I was awarded the same as before standard daily living so I put in an MR and a 10 page A4 printed submission and was awarded enhanced and kept my enhanced on mobility.

Can I ask how long your MR took, please? Thanks

Someone else's timescale is likely to be totally different. For the MR at the moment, it's anything up to 3 months, sometimes longer.

Appreciate that thank you