kath wrote: i need advice do you have to take a solicitor with you
Please stop posting in others topics, the original poster has had their appeal and is now unlikely to return to the forum.
No you don't need a solicitor. In fact most don't have any experience with benefit law. if you want help then do an internet search for "welfare advice" with your postcode, town or county.
Gordon
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