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Congratulations, well done.

I see, thanks for clearing that up.
I somewhat agree that those you have self inflicted ailments should not get DLA such as 'drug addicts and alcoholics' but they too need help but only when they...

Just an update on my situation.
I saw my doctor yesterday (Monday) he is very concerned and very supportive and wishes to see me again in 2 weeks time.
He gave me the Med3 certificate and together...

What are the "2 groups of people getting IB ,or ESA" that you refer to?

My blue badge expired in April this year, I really miss it.
I thought I had to receive high rate mobilty part of DLA to obtain one but how wrong I was. (I am waiting for my DLA appeal).
It wasn't...

This actually happened to me. I am still waiting my appeal date.

Thanks for the reply Dave.

I think 20% is a little low and I can see something closer to 50% or higher than 50% will no longer qualify.
I need help in getting around and need a vehicle (whether...

I only posted a link from what I thought was an official government site, be it in Durham or wherever.
I was not expecting all this.

As some here already know I did not qualify for ESA for my IB...

I have just read some of the proposed descriptors for PIP and it scares me.
There will be so many people who currently get DLA including those on the higher rates that will no longer qualify.
The...

Personal Independence Payment is a new benefit for people who have problems getting around out of doors, or who need personal care, supervision or support, due to a disability. Personal Independence...

I was naturally short of breath and not putting it on and the nurse was within 3 feet of me. When I say I made a point, I did not exaggerate the breathing but made sure that I was looking direct at...

Appeal process started.
Spoke to my CAB representative earlier and have a doctors appointment on Monday.

The problem is the "appeal" process takes too long, 6-18 months.
The disabled are amongst the most vulnerable people and waiting for an appeal puts more stress on the disabled.
I lost my DLA in...

I have just found this link which explains how the ESA assessment is scored.
I wish I found it before I had my assessment.
...

I have just found this link which explains how the ESA assessment is scored.
I wish I found it before I had my assessment.
...

That is exactly how I feel.
I do however feel slightly better in myself after sharing my experiences with the members here.
We are not alone as similar things are happening to 1000's of other...

Thank you for your reply. appreciated.
I understand the importance of seeing my GP and have already asked for assistance in getting there. It's just getting an appointment that is now difficult as I...

This is indeed an interesting read.

I think that part is true but what percentage of claimants are "fake"?

People do not realise that genuine disabled people who have a car on the Motability...

It is now the end of September and nothing.


Yes I have lost that as well, which means no income whatsoever.
http://www.youreable.com/forums/showthread.php/2511-ESA-turned-down
Are we now in a...

Thank you wobble1 anf RaeUK

Thank you for the replies.

I attended an ATOS medical a month ago with a nurse.
I explained how my disabilty affected me and the things I couldn't do.
Some of the medical tests I managed and...

Thanks davewhit, appreciated

Thanks emily06, I have joined that site and made my first post.
Appreciated, thank you

I had my DLA stopped in Jamuary and I am still waiting for my appeal hearing through HM & Tribunals Services.
If that's not bad enough ...
I have been on Incapacity Benefit since 1999 and today I...

Still no date or correspondence about my appeal hearing. It is now August.

I find it one-sided when the DWP write and give you 14 days to reply but take several months to give a hearing date, and...