Backdated if moved from standard to enhanced rate

Hi everyone I'm first time here got two questions I just back from reassessment I'm on standard rate of mobility component and question 1 is if I'm successful to enhanced rate is it backdated and question 2 should I wait for decision or ask straight away for copy of report from assessment in case it's unsuccessful cheers tia

Hi BP and Welcome to the forum, you might want to have a look at the following FAQ which explains where everything is

Welcome to Benefits and Work

If this is a routine reassessment (rather than having reported a change of circumstances) the new rate, whether higher or lower, will be payable from the date of the decision.

It is entirely down to you when to ask for the copy of the assessment report. Some members have had it sent to them before they have had the decision, others have been told they have to wait until afterwards.

If you wish, you can request a copy of all paperwork associated with your claim, this is called a Subject Access Request, or SAR.

Requesting a Subject Access Request (SAR) :

SAR Form Download

From this page :

DWP Data Protection Policy

Or you can make the request in the form of a letter, as long as you make it clear that you are making a formal SAR under The Data Protection Act 1998.

Address the envelope : FAO The Data Controller, at the Benefits Office dealing with your PIP.

Write DPA 1998 SAR in front, top, left corner of envelope.

Once received, they have 40 calendar days to comply.

Sending Documents to the DWP.