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Hi, my name is Maggie2! Do they backdate to when I put my claim in?

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Maggie2
Maggie2 Community member Posts: 1 Listener
edited October 2021 in PIP, DLA, and AA
Hi can any one help me,I was on DLA lower rates for both I applied for pip in February,I got the letter yesterday saying I have been given enhanced daily living,& standard rate mobility,do they back date from when I put my pip claim in as there was no mention of back pay on letter.thank you?
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  • calcotti
    calcotti Community member Posts: 10,010 Disability Gamechanger
    edited October 2021
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    For a DLA to PIP transfer the PIP will start about 4 weeks after the decision is made.
    Information I post is for England unless otherwise stated. Rules may be different in other parts of UK.
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