PIP time restraints

[johnjordan]

I have just had my Mandatory reconsideration turned down and now intend to proceed to a tribunal hearing.

 

However, the decision letter from DWP is dated 18th December but only received today, 27th and says I must appeal within one month from the date of the letter even though it took 9 days to reach me.

 

I would appreciate any advice on how to proceed to get the one month I should be entitled to. I know I can write to them but not sure if this would carry any weight.

 

Thank you.

[reallymadwoman]

On a practical point, I would rather get the appeal in within the one month than argue about it and risk it being rejected for being late. You don't have to go into much detail at this point, you can do that later, so it shouldn't be difficult to submit it within three weeks.

At this time of year, it's not that unreasonable for a second class letter (DWP never seem to use 1st) to take 5 working days to arrive.