Mandatory Reconsideration and Appeals Flashcards

What happens to your PIP payments during the Mandatory Reconsideration (MR) process?

Answer: Payments continue at the same rate as before the decision

If you were already receiving PIP and request MR, your payments continue at the previous rate while the reconsideration is underway.

Which body carries out the Mandatory Reconsideration of a PIP decision?

Answer: The DWP's Dispute Resolution Team

The DWP's Dispute Resolution Team reviews the decision internally during Mandatory Reconsideration.

After receiving a Mandatory Reconsideration Notice (MRN), how long do you have to appeal to the tribunal?

Answer: 1 month

You have one calendar month from the date of the MRN to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal.

Which form must you use to appeal a PIP decision to the First-tier Tribunal after receiving an MRN?

Answer: SSCS1

Form SSCS1 is the standard appeal form used to challenge a benefit decision at the Social Security and Child Support Tribunal.

What does the tribunal consider when hearing a PIP appeal?

Answer: The law, evidence, and your circumstances at the time of the original decision

The tribunal considers all relevant law and evidence, but typically assesses your condition as it was at the time of the original decision.

What is a 'paper hearing' in the context of a PIP tribunal appeal?

Answer: A hearing where only written evidence is considered, without the appellant attending

A paper hearing means the tribunal decides the case based on written submissions without you or a DWP representative being present.

If you miss the one-month deadline to appeal after receiving an MRN, what can you do?

Answer: You can apply for a late appeal if you have good reason for the delay

Late appeals can be accepted up to 13 months after the MRN date if you can demonstrate a good reason for the delay.