Claimant Responsibilities and Reporting Changes Flashcards
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How should a PIP claimant report a change in their circumstances to the DWP?
Answer: By contacting the PIP enquiry line or writing to DWP
Claimants can report changes by calling the PIP enquiry line or by writing directly to DWP — no single method is required but these are the primary channels.
Which of the following changes in circumstances MUST a PIP claimant report to DWP?
Answer: Moving to a new address
A change of address must be reported to DWP so that correspondence reaches the claimant and the correct locality details are held on record.
After how many consecutive days as a free inpatient in an NHS hospital does a PIP claimant's daily living component generally get suspended?
Answer: 28 days
The daily living component of PIP is suspended after 28 consecutive days as a free NHS inpatient, because the state is meeting the claimant's care costs.
If a PIP claimant travels abroad temporarily, for how long can they generally continue to receive PIP without interruption?
Answer: 13 weeks
PIP can continue for temporary absences abroad of up to 13 weeks, provided the claimant remains habitually resident in Great Britain.
What may happen if a PIP claimant fails to report a change that results in receiving more PIP than they are entitled to?
Answer: They may be required to repay the overpaid amount
DWP can recover overpayments from claimants, meaning money received in excess of the correct entitlement must be repaid.
Which component of PIP is NOT suspended when a claimant has been an NHS free inpatient for more than 28 consecutive days?
Answer: Mobility component
The mobility component continues to be paid even after 28 days in hospital because transport needs are not met by the hospital stay.
A PIP claimant's condition has significantly improved. What should they do?
Answer: Report the change to DWP as soon as possible
Claimants are legally obliged to report improvements in their condition promptly, as this may reduce or end their entitlement.