PIP Mandatory Reconsideration and Appeals 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Payments continue at the same rate as before the decision

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The DWP's Dispute Resolution Team

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

1 month

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

SSCS1

Answer

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

Question 5

What does the tribunal consider when hearing a PIP appeal?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

PIP - Personal Independence Payment Practice Test