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9 years 3 months ago #158093 by Natalie
Replied by Natalie on topic DWP contacting my employer (PIP)
So I was awarded PIP last year on a renewal, very shortly afterwards (around a month) I was told I needed to reapply, which turned out to be an administrative error.

However, my employer has now received a form to complete about my disabilities and the support I need in work.

Is this a new tactic? Have others experienced the same.
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9 years 3 months ago - 9 years 3 months ago #158112 by slugsta
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Hi Natalie,

I have merged your query with the previous topic about your PIP. It helps us enormously when everything relating to the same claim is kept in one place - and I hope you will find it useful too :)

This is the first time I have heard of ATOS contacting a claimant's employer for information - and I do not believe they have the authority to do so. I am sure Gordon will comment about this in due course.
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Last edit: 9 years 3 months ago by slugsta.
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9 years 3 months ago #158122 by Natalie
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It wasnt from ATOS, it was directly from DWP.
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9 years 3 months ago #158124 by Gordon
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Natalie wrote: It wasnt from ATOS, it was directly from DWP.


I can't think of any reason why the DWP would contact your employer in regard to your PIP claim, especially after having made a Decision to award.

I would ask your HR department what it is about.

Gordon
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9 years 3 months ago #158126 by Natalie
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Its a small office, and my boss showed me the letter. It was a number of questions;

how long have I worked there
What hours do I work
do I work with others or work alone
what support do others give me to carry out my role
do they know of my disabilities
What aids and adaptations do I use to carry out my role
Do I need to stand for long periods
How far do I have to walk a day
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9 years 3 months ago #158159 by Gordon
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Natalie wrote: Its a small office, and my boss showed me the letter. It was a number of questions;

how long have I worked there
What hours do I work
do I work with others or work alone
what support do others give me to carry out my role
do they know of my disabilities
What aids and adaptations do I use to carry out my role
Do I need to stand for long periods
How far do I have to walk a day


Were the DWP aware that you are working when you made you claim for PIP? It's not a requirement for the claimant to tell them, but the letter suggest that they are investigating how you manage at work with your stated limitations.

Gordon
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