Can I just go straight to tribunal

Hello @Jane315STARX

If you have applied for PIP and you have just had your descision and you are do not think that the descision is a true reflection of your current needs then you need to do a Mandatory Reconsideration (MR) so another descision maker can look at your MR and all of the written evidence that you sent on your application form to see if a different descision is warranted.

A detailed MR Letter will increase your chances at getting an award if you need to goto appeal because the MR letter will be used as evidence at your appeal so it is important that you write a detailed and accurate MR letter.

You have 1 month from the date of the descision letter to request a MR or you have another 12 months ater the 1 month to submit a MR request if you give a valid reason for requesting a late Mandatory Reconsideration like for example ill health assosiated with your disability or you were waiting for further evidence to backup you Claim and MR.

I wrote a lengthy reply to another Scope forum member about how to do a MR. It is focused on a physical disability but the same principle applies for all conditions. You can find my information at this link

I hope that helps.

Nasturtium

@Jane315STARX

Hi you may not get a refusal from your MR.

Last time I was reassessed my mobility component was reduced from high to standard and I did a MR.

It was upheld by the DWP so I applied for a tribunal hearing but the DWP rang me and made me an offer of high rate mobilty before it got to tribunal stage.