Just received a letter from the DWP

joaniebluetoes · March 2018

Hi, came across your group whilst looking for information on a local service compliance telephone interview.... I've just had one of their charming letters land on my doorstep.....Naturally I'm upset/anxious/paranoid and **** off.....but then again I don't know why I'm surprised .... I am used to the DWP mentality of things having worked in their payroll department for over 14 years. I am really hoping it is a routine check... Has anyone had any experience of these lately? And just as I was feeling hopeful and about to start using a support network for getting back into work.

Sam_Alumni · March 2018

Hi @joaniebluetoes
Welcome to the community, it can be really stressful! Is this for a reassessment?

CockneyRebel · March 2018

Telephone compliance interviews are usually routine and can happen at random.
Anything more serious would usually be an interview under caution, so try not to worry

CR

joaniebluetoes · March 2018

I've got a health assessment next Friday - face to face... but this sounds like it is a check on any change in financial circumstances. I feel more relieved knowing that it is more likely routine/random... all I can do is breathe and try to keep calm....thanks for coming back to me Sam and CR!!!!

wilko · March 2018

You didn't state what if any benefits you are claiming,getting. It's up to the claimant to inform the DWP or any other benefits payer a change in your circumstances financial or health matters improvements or worsening. With in reason of course your finances may increase temporary but if it's a regular long term increase and comes to light then you could or may have to pay back any over payments.

Just received a letter from the DWP

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