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UK: Disability benefits (ESA and PIP) - news and updates up to end of 2020

Discussion in 'Work, Finances and Disability Insurance' started by Andy, Nov 6, 2017.

  1. alktipping

    alktipping Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    so strange considering the endless excuses of dire poverty they use to justify their antipathy towards the chronically ill and disabled .
     
  2. Wits_End

    Wits_End Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    And gee, look at what one of the most recent posts is:


    That is why we've been battling for over a year now to get PIP for my caree!
     
  3. Sly Saint

    Sly Saint Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    full piece here
    https://www.independent.co.uk/news/...er-ups-government-conservatives-a9359606.html

    eta: see also
    MP makes plea for action after warning over deaths linked to benefits issues
    ITV
    https://www.itv.com/news/2020-02-25...arning-over-deaths-linked-to-benefits-issues/
     
  4. alktipping

    alktipping Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    that's nice considering tony blairs government started this absolutely shameful attack on the chronically sick . mostly when various politicians take up the call to change the activities of the dwp and the parasitic companies they employ to block benefits the reaction of the dwp is to change eligibility to even tighter regulations thus making every thing worse from the claimants point of view.
     
  5. TheBassist

    TheBassist Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    Thought you might like to share my joy: just got awarded zero points on my PIP application. The letter was filled with untruths and misrepresentations. The appeal will begin immediately.
     
  6. Trish

    Trish Moderator Staff Member

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    Sorry to hear that, @TheBassist. What a blow. Do get help with the appeal.
     
  7. TheBassist

    TheBassist Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    I use fightback4justice
     
  8. ladycatlover

    ladycatlover Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    Sending you strengthening vibes and a hug, @TheBassist. :hug: It's all such a blithering waste of time and energy. Really loathe these dreadful people. Good luck with the Mandatory Reconsideration. :emoji_four_leaf_clover:
     
  9. hellytheelephant

    hellytheelephant Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    So sorry to hear that. I have the suspicion that refusing applicants, and filling the assessment with lies is standard.
    I was awarded nil on my original application, and ended up with the max award.
    :hug:
     
  10. hellytheelephant

    hellytheelephant Senior Member (Voting Rights)

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    One thing we can be certain of- that pages won't be getting any 'LIKES'!
     
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