@KT_Anne 

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KT_Anne

PIP

Sorry I just really need a moan. I'm so annoyed!! Got a decision from my PIP appointment, they won't be giving me the mobility element and it's not because of the assessor but because of a letter I submitted (without reading properly) that had a mistake from my neurologist (he's made a fair few on numerous letters) saying that I can walk unaided for 100-200 metres... There was also nothing on there saying that I use a wheelchair that someone else has to push.. Going to ask for a mandatory reconsideration but I'm not sure what information I need to give them now, I can't find any letters with all that information on it.. They've already given me the standard daily care rate but nothing else, also wondering should I rock the boat? If anyone else has had experience in something similar I would really appreciate knowing how it worked out for you xx
@Stumbler

@kt_anne , this is a very valid moan, so get on and rock the boat. Can you ask your MS Nurse to provide a statement of your condition? Even get them to get your neuro to provide a correct report on you? But, do fight this. Mandatory Reconsideration just seems to be a procedural step, which doesn't seem to have much chance of success. I could be wrong there, things may have changed. But, be prepared to lodge an Appeal. You can do that all online, but it shows the DWP that you present a serious challenge and they might reconsider at that stage, before the Appeal goes too far.

@BrianL19

@kt_anne I certainly agree with stumbler... go on and keep rocking that boat until you are taken seriously. Request an assessor with the appropriate background and not a "layman". You wouldn't have a blind person examining a driving test nor an olderly do perform major surgery. I have finally managed to get through that and not without the obligatory - but unnecessary - brick walls.