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Afraid to challenge PIP decision
Hi everyone! New here so please bear with me… I was recently awarded the basic daily living level of PIP, however I believe I should be entitled to the mobility component too. I’m now scared to appeal in case I lose my basic level. Does anyone have any experience or advice to share please? Thank you so much, Sparkle…
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UPCOMING CHANGES TO PIP REVIEWS FROM JUNE 2ND
(I didn’t see anyone else post this so I’ll do so as it will affect everyone in receipt of pip on way or another) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/social-security-advisory-committee-minutes-of-meetings-in-2026/minutes-of-the-meeting-held-on-4-march The above explains everything in detail but I’ll summarise below.…
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Hi, my name is btondisabled!
Just wanted to say hi as I need all the help and advice I can get! Thanks in advance 🌞
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PIP form template
Hi All, Is there a template of the PIP form for first time claiming the benefit that can be printed out and written on in preparation for filling out the real form? Thank you in advance.
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Confused about my award results
hi everyone, I’m hoping someone will be able to shed some light on my pip award that’s given to me and if this is the norm for DWP, I had my review recently I’m glad it was only a paper based review and not a horrid telephone assessment, I recieved my award letter last week and it states the following dates I’m awarded…
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ask for more time for PIP form
Hi my pip award review came on Saturday 30th May it's got to be in for the 19th of June I think the bank holiday has caused further delays. would it be reasonable to ask for more time to fill in the form? I am also waiting to have blood test done etc. in the next few weeks with my GP due to abdominal problems etc.? Thanks
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Deadline not met for tribunal
I was receiving pip last year high rate daily living and standard mobility .. I got intouch with them has a worsening condition due a massive saddle pulmonary embolism comprising my heat and lungs ..it affected my mobility and I had TKR three months prior to this and have severe osteoarthritis in my other knee ..they…
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I was awarded PIP!!
Received a text message this morning saying I’ve been awarded PIP. Yesterday (1st of June) I was able to access my PIP letter from around mid day. I have been awarded enhanced for both daily living and mobility and I feel so happy as I had expected to not get anything even based on how my phone appointment went. I claimed…
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can someone please help me with self employed question on pip
I have been on pip for around ten years. i get full pip. and i get universal credit. I am fed up of people having a go at disabled people, and i am thinking of going self employed against doctors advice because i want some pride back. I would not be leaving the house to be self employed, i would be make videos on youtube…
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Newly diagnosed autistic adult needing help with my first PIP form
Hi everyone, I am BakingCat99. I am a newly diagnosed adult with autism and I am currently being referred for ADHD. I am trying to fill out my first PIP form but I am completely overwhelmed and lost my drive after a bad experience with Citizens Advice. I am finding it very hard to explain how my conditions affect my daily…
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Disability and Accessibility in the Tribunal- Birkbeck Social Sciences Festival
Hi everyone! We are also holding the event below that might be of interest to some of you. I will be talking about my Diverse Disabilities research project and we will be joined by David Chrimes, District tribunal Judge to discuss his experiences of being a disabled legal professional as well as hearing PIP disability…
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Closing PIP voluntarily for Personal Reasons
Hi everyone, I currently receive PIP (£412/month, Daily Living and Mobility) and want to voluntarily close my PIP claim for personal reasons. I’m also on Universal Credit with LCWRA, which meets my financial needs. I have three questions I’d really appreciate advice on: Can I voluntarily close my PIP claim for personal…
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Any help on a partner moving in with me who claims benefit but I dont
Hi, My partner currently claims UC, PIP & LCWRA. He lives in a housing association property so gets the housing element included in his UC claim. He had a brain injury a few years ago which is why he can no longer work and therefore is entitled to higher rate PIP and also LCWRA. We have decided that we would like to live…
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Change if circumstances - pushing myself more
hi I need some advice at my review i got awarded mobility I was clear on my form I could walk up to 200 after issue etc I have fibro and other conditions and i suffer with chronic back pain It is a fluctuating condition but my walking is always affected Recently i have started to push myself with support from physios and…
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PIP Activity 9 Communicating face to face and Activity 1 mobilty
Can anyone simplify this for me Andrew Department for Work and Pensions guidance in PIP Assessment Guide (“a person should only be considered able to follow an unfamiliar journey if they would be capable of using public transport”) - whether claimant who cannot access public transport owing to physical problems can qualify…
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Joint funded care, council asking for £1000
Hello all, My son age 55 is in an aquired brain injury rehabilitation unit has been since 23 December 2025 . He receives middle rate care and higher rate mobility .He also receives ESA now UC He now has to pay £159 to the home and £30 for himself . He has lost both care and mobility due to being in hospital and i repaid…
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Mandatory process for PIP
Hi I got my PIP letter back and I have not been awarded PIP they own gave me two points. Has anyone else had similar experience and results and what next steps did you take. The mandatory is long and draining how do I prepare myself for this difficult and long process.
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How do you know if you can claim?
I have a number of disabilities but have never claimed anything. How would I find out if I'm potentially able to claim PIP? I work 32 hours a week from home, does that stop me from claiming any support?
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Same day pip tribunal email win
Has anyone had a same day email after a pip tribunal sent to them and was it good news?
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REFORM’S VIEW ON WELFARE/ BENEFITS
https://x.com/robertjenrick/status/2055323728939016628?s=46
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PIP Assessment form received, Complaint made
Hey :) I just wanted to reach out and inform everyone on my experience which I’m extremely angry and upset about and I haven’t even had a decision made yet. So Iv made a complaint to Maximus today regarding my assessment which was done last Monday 11th may 2026, the call it self which I recorded lasted exactly 30 minutes…
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Do I need to inform PIP of my entering a Taekwondo competition next month?
Above. My instructor's asked me to send medical evidence of my disabilities to the British Taekwondo Council ASAP for the attention of a lady called Kiera. However, because this is a physical activity and I'm classed as disabled, do I need to inform the Benefits Office as they could look into my claim if I can do Taekwondo…
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PIP tribunal win
I won my pip tribunal on the 27th of April and got my tribunal letter through the post on the 1st of May, im writing to ask what happens next? Do I have to contact PIP for anything, what happens next From Bon clay
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PIP appointee and problems
My son is 19. His Universal credit (including LCWRA) goes into his own bank account and he spends it all in 2 days on cannabis and lending money to friends. His PIP goes to my bank account and is kept in a separate account. That's used for when he needs a taxi, phone bill, clothes, vapes, daily expenses etc. He's got very…
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Hi, my name is kellywhite1982! How long until I get a decision?
hello I received a much this morning at 8am saying pip haven’t made decision yet only call if needed my first claim was made on 12th feb so I’m beside myself hoping to get a good outcome how long till I get a txt with decision do u think ? I’m honestly just so worried however Iv requested a report to be sent out will this…
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Appeal question
hello everyone i applied for pip but only received 6 points for Daily living and 4 for mobility I did a MR and provided further evidence and after speaking to a Decision maker confirmed that it still remains unchanged. He himself may have not been the original decision maker and said do an appeal and suggested that i may…
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REFORM HAVE SAID THEY WILL CUT ALL BENEFITS
As it comes up to voting time, please remember that Reform boldly and proudly say they are going to significantly cut benefits, especially to those who are receiving health benefits. They will make ALL assessments for benefits face to face with no exceptions. Reform also want to move to an insurance system (like the US…
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PIP MR have you been abroad, in hospital, prison and are bank details up to date
My sister is currently going through the mandatory reconsideration notice process for PIP. She had been in receipt of the benefit for 3 years until her review in December to which they ended her award in March. A substantial amount of new evidence and supporting letters from my dad, sister, her CBT nurse and myself, was…
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Hi, my name is pusspuss! Inform PIP of upcoming operation?
hi I have been on pip for 4 years I am on waiting list for full hip replacement shall I inform them of this or wait till I have had operation
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Waiting time PIP
Hello again, sorry to be a pain everyone but I was just wondering roughly how long on average does it take to have a decision on a PIP claim . I first applied beginning Jan this year , it’s almost May , I’ve had my assessment a couple of weeks ago and confirmation of written report , according to that it could be another 7…
