Help with DLA appeal

[Sharon56]

I was receiving the mobility component which I had to reapply for before July 2011. I filled in the forms and have now been told that I can no longer receive it. I would like advice on how I can appeal.

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Why did you qualify for it do you use walking sticks or wheelchair etc?

Can you walk a short distance without unbearable pain?

Just asking because these are some of reasons you qualify.

HAs your ra improved?

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Hi Sharon

Have you kept a copy of your original application? It sounds as though when you completed the renewal it perhaps looked as though your condition had improved. I believe they have tightened up though in their assessments. I know of several people who have lost benefits recently.

Details of the appeal procedure usually come with the notification but this link might give you a starting point dls.org.uk/advice/factsheet...

Lyn x

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havent appealed.. I recently reapplied.. but condition. mobility has got a lot worse.. your gp./ rhuem specialist I believe can do a letter of support?.. on your behalf.. some gps charge for this... !my gp has put up a notice in their waiting room charges for dla. blue badge etc( I have neither!) ca £30

[Andrea_Shapiro]

Please see my answer to Rosedale. I'm still a benefits specialist. I've found myself now offering my services free of charge, but they don't want me, as I'd cost too much through health & safety.

[badar]

Hello Sharon

Sorry to hear that you are having such a problem.

You might find it useful to visit the following website:

disabilityalliance.org/

They have fact sheets and also they produce a book called 'Disability Rights Handbook', which covers lots of disability benefits and services.

For people on benefits it is £14.00, and I believe is one of the best books on the benefit system.

I hope that you find this useful.

David

[Sharon56 in reply to badar]

Thank you so much for the information that is really useful.