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7 years 11 months ago #158169 by Natalie
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Yes they've always known that I work, I talked about my work and the support I have in the assessments. There is nothing I haven't told them and nothing new (other than a further illness that has meant I've had a month off work, but on full pay so no further benefits claimed).

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7 years 11 months ago #158183 by Gordon
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Natalie wrote: Yes they've always known that I work, I talked about my work and the support I have in the assessments. There is nothing I haven't told them and nothing new (other than a further illness that has meant I've had a month off work, but on full pay so no further benefits claimed).


How old is the letter? It may be that it was issued as part of the assessment process and has only just arrived.

Gordon

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7 years 11 months ago #158188 by Natalie
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It came today, I was awarded last Sept/October time.

Something that has struck me though, I'm not sure I ever told them where I work. I talked about the kind of work I do but not who my employer is.

I'm wondering if someone has been trying to be vindictive.

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7 years 11 months ago #158201 by Natalie
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Okay so I rang PIP, who knew nothing about it, I then rang the number on the letter and it is the fraud and error department. Someone within my workplace has reported me for claiming PIP fraudulently (I'm not).

When they get the form back they will interview me under caution if necessary. Not quite sure what does and doesnt warrant necessity.

Interestingly the man who is investigating wasnt impressed that my boss had told me about the letter and said it was meant to be confidential. I'm not convinced on the legalities of that.

I havent lied, so should be okay, but I feel sick. :( I could qualify for ESA, but I need to work to keep me sane.

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7 years 11 months ago #158214 by Gordon
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Natalie wrote: Okay so I rang PIP, who knew nothing about it, I then rang the number on the letter and it is the fraud and error department. Someone within my workplace has reported me for claiming PIP fraudulently (I'm not).

When they get the form back they will interview me under caution if necessary. Not quite sure what does and doesnt warrant necessity.

Interestingly the man who is investigating wasnt impressed that my boss had told me about the letter and said it was meant to be confidential. I'm not convinced on the legalities of that.

I havent lied, so should be okay, but I feel sick. :( I could qualify for ESA, but I need to work to keep me sane.


I'm afraid this was the last option available.

As you have disclosed that you are working there shouldn't be an issue.

Gordon

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7 years 11 months ago #158242 by slugsta
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Many people think that the system allows for 'work' or 'benefits' and cannot comprehend that it can be quite proper to claim full rate DLA/PIP and also work full time!

I'm sorry this has happened to you though, it must feel horrible to think that a colleague has made allegations behind your back. As you say, DWP know that you work and you have been truthful throughout, so this should all be sorted with minimal fuss. The investigators know that there are many false reports!

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