The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has shared “three main reasons” why award decisions for PIP and ESA are being overturned in favour of the claimant.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) helps people over 16 and under the State Pension age who have long-term health issues, disabilities or mental or physical conditions. Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is a benefit that helps those whose work capabilities are limited by ill health or a disability.
With so many new claimants applying for one or both helplines, the process has become a lengthy procedure. Claimants can ask for their award decision to be looked at again, known as a Mandatory Reconsideration. If they also disagree with that outcome, it can go to a tribunal.
