Thousands of claims were disallowed
The Department of Work and Pensions has revealed that tens of thousands of people lost their disability benefit because of issues over returning their review forms. Up to 42,000 claimants had their Personal Independence Payment award stopped in 2021, an increase of almost 300% in just two years.
A spokesperson said: "At Benefits and Work our concern is that the number of claimants allegedly failing to return their forms seems to be far outstripping any rises in awards that had taken place at the time. We know that the DWP’s post handling and call management is dire and getting ever worse. A DWP spokesperson said: “We support millions of people every year and our priority is they get the benefits to which they are entitled to as soon as possible, and to ensure they receive a supportive and compassionate service. For anyone with a disability or long-term health condition, there is a strong financial safety net, including Statutory Sick Pay, Employment and Support Allowance and Universal Credit.
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