Hi all - need advice following failed MR for PIP

Hi Gordon- some good points to considsr certainly. I think at the time we were, like many others probably, grateful for small mercies not ending up like some of the other horror stories on here.

I think that we need to think long and hard before persuing the appeal - not because we dont think we have a case, but due to the immense stress the process will put on my wife ( and frankly me too). It grates every time we come up against these people.

It remains 2 little points away from what I believe my wife is entitled to, but feels like a mountain to climb to get there.

Gordon - we are going to consider our options for a couple of days and if we decide to appeal I will come back with some concrete plan of approach which I hope you could cast an eye over.

I guess theres always a chance that they could 'cave in' prior to a hearing if I can make a strong enough case seeing as we are only seeking an additional 2 points.....a possible last roll of the dice before withdrawing close to a hearing if my wife cannot face the prospect.

I think if we end up not appealing we may well need to reapply based on how she is now as some of the descriptors in the Daily Living component test are probably applicable as well.

Oh - and I forgot to ask - what documents am I able to request from the DWP? I feel it may help me to be able to see reports and the thought process of the decision makers - no idea if thats possible...

To my knowledge we have never had sight of the assessment report. That would certainly be enlightening I'm sure. Do I need to write to them or call them to obtain it?