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  1. I haven't waded through the document but, crikey, is this correct? It took me three attempts for the same condition before I was accepted straight into the support group. I only have the one condition which is cunningly designed to get steadily worse until I pop my clogs. I'll be right in the poo if I have one of their miracle cures!
  2. You probably didn't. Unfortunately some Tribunals prefer to let people know by post so you just have to try and be patient for a couple of days. Fingers crossed.
  3. When I had my first ESA Tribunal I thought I needed representation. I had a member of the CAB represent me. This was a huge mistake. He was absolutely and totally useless. He didn't utter a single word and I wish to goodness I'd had no representation. Needless to say I lost the tribunal. So don't get hung up about representing yourself. Sometimes the so called experts really aren't expert at all. Good luck.
  4. I don't think that is the case. A simple online search will throw you into the complex mire of UK taxation law.
  5. Out of interest, does that include council tax arrears?
  6. I'm probably in the minority, had £4k+ of 'fines' and made up demands written off by HMRC last year. Needless to say I've kept the letter on file stating I actually owe them nothing.
  7. £500??? Crikey! No wonder we have a hard time fighting things when the law books are so expensive. Well done m'dear. (It's currently on Amazon, a snip at £249.99. But hurry as there's only one left).
  8. And, just to be pedantic, medical Doctors don't need a doctorate. It's an honorary title.
  9. No idea if this link will help. You may well have seen it: https://www.gov.uk/complain-debt-management
  10. As far as I'm aware, and I don't believe it's changed, in order to continue receiving the assessment rate of ESA, you must continue to send in (un)fit notes. No note = no payment. Make sure you send each one off at least a week or so before the old one expires.
  11. Had mine on the 2nd of December, DLA related.
  12. I don't think it's needed, but my vote is also 'income'. And best wishes with the book.
  13. Can you, or someone you know, look at your available evidence and expand on it by referring to it? For example, your CPN has written a letter saying what is wrong with you. Obviously, that doesn't say how what is wrong with you affects you in relation to the required points. So someone needs to say that abc is wrong (refer to letter) which means that Lilly cannot manage xyz. Also by researching exactly what the CPN has said is wrong you may find alternative supporting evidence showing that it is well known that people with abc cannot perform xyz. etc. I appreciate I may not have explained that well, but I hope you get the gist of what I'm saying.
  14. Only if you can't either pronounce or spell 'arse'. Or you're an American.
  15. Indeed. As pointed out in above posts, telling them is one thing, them listening is another. Find supportive evidence for your contention that you cannot self-propel a wheelchair. As well as Doctor and Consultant letters, be imaginative. If you know exactly what is wrong with your spine, the medical term, than google and see if it's an obvious side effect that upper body strength / co-ordination (or whatever) is affected. Do other patients have this difficulty? etc etc. You can't provide too much info - it's the Decision Maker's job to sort the wheat from the chaff - I have included internet research with my medical evidence on previous occasions.
  16. I was under the impression you have to do this under your own steam for it to count as being able to mobilise. If you need to be pushed then you cannot do that.
  17. Unfortunately, this highlights just how important the (un)fit note is for esa assessment phase. The DWP view it as the claimants responsibility to ensure an up to date note is sent in in plenty of time. It doesn't matter if they overlap. No note = no money. That's how the computer is programmed and can't be over ridden. I ended up having to send notes in for over 3 years. I made sure that I used a diary / calendar to keep a track of the dates (you're not going to remember) and make an appointment to see my GP at least two weeks before it ran out - which might mean calling the surgery three or four weeks before the end date. A horrible lesson to learn and I hope you get things sorted out, treebee.
  18. Hi honeybee, nice to see you too. I do believe it is the very same system. Very pernicious.
  19. iirc, Lima was originally a software package designed for American insurance companies to more easily refuse claims. No surprise it was heartily taken up by the DWP. Oh well, Maximus Profitus it is ...
  20. Not necessarily. Not sure if it's a long shot or not, but follow up the notion of 'compensation in trust' disregard for HB.
  21. But my point, Kutter, is that it is not a 'moral grey area' at all, it's very straightforward. Of course I understand the sentiments that lie behind your post but unfortunately that doesn't change anything.
  22. Eh? Have to disagree. Housing Benefit is a means tested benefit that is in place to help those on a low income with minimal savings. If you are in receipt of HB then it is your legal duty to inform your LA of any change in financial circumstance. The alternative is to commit fraud. EDIT: That said, you might need to seek further advice and I would suggest actually talking to your LA about the matter. They have a long list of exemptions to HB calculations which can include 'compensation held in trust'.
  23. You could try asking the court if they can postpone your hearing as you would like to attend in person.
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