Hi I was just wandering if anyone has a time scale on going to a pip tribunal. I was turned down today, and will be appealing it, but it looks like that is a waste of time. Due to the points scoring system it looks like I should be on the higher amount for both parts. Any info will be much appreciated. I hate the fact that they make you feel like you don’t have a disability even though my life today is so different to 5 years ago.
Kind regards
The exact same thing happened to me over a month back. I missed on 3 marks for enhanced daily living. So I obviously got it reviewed. I never knew this but when you ring to say you want your decision reviewed- they can arrange someone to phone you back, to look at your form and decision. They then can tell you the best additional information you should use to determine the new outcome. I was able to find out my GP was only phoned who I rarely see . Compared to my list of consultants. They all came to a MS diagnosis’. Good luck x
Hi there, sorry to hear you got turned down for PIP. It’s frustrating and demoralizing when they make you feel like your disability isn’t valid. I’m in a similar situation, and it’s good to know I’m not alone. Did you get any feedback on what points you scored and why you were denied? I’d love to hear more about your experience and maybe we can support each other through the appeal process.
Yes you are told what you got scored on and where you scored down on .
Hi.
I jist got mine back today and i got 0 for the first section and 4 for mobility.
Seems they go the meter amount written down wrong as i had not gone to physio it and they did not give me my stick then i dont need one.
I am not one to ask for hand outs but buying items, pain creams and prescriptions this does not seem to be taken into consideration.
Also having a supportive family who help me with housework, my allotment which i hold onto for wellbeing and also shopping and going places also does not seem to get considered.
I am a teacher and one comment is due to me being a teacher must mean i can function well.
I am going to appeal but seems as i find my own solutions even though they cost me and my family money and time i dont need anything else.
I have fybromyalgia, migraines and dyslexia as well and a little stuck now on what to do.
I don’t think the current pip system is appropriate especially for people who have forever changing needs. How can you be assessed based on a certain day whether it’s going well or not?
Perhaps you should review your scores and consider whether you should get your claim reviewed? It’s worth a try!