Assessor phone call

Hello

My brother had a phone call last Friday from DWP stating would be having an assessment on Thursday (10th) .

He had sent his UC50 form back in February so I knew he would be due soon.

Is it right that he should be given at least 7 days notice and in writing?

Could it be he’s having a paper based assessment and they need to ask a few questions?

Any help or advice would greatly appreciated

Thanks Gordon, no it’s not a battle I’d like to tackle with them - I do agree that he should of had more time. Five days isn’t the best but again it’s not a battle I think either of us can tackle!

My brother is very anxious as you can imagine, we will have to wait and see what the assessor says on the day as my brother only said that someone rang and did mention assessment. So still unsure if paper or full telephone assessment.

I will update on Thursday with regards to which type he had.

Thank you for your help!

Hi Gordon

It was a full telephone assessment- not much time given!

My brother was nervous and anxious but got his points across well .
I think it went ok , the assessor seemed genuine and it was over in 30 or so minutes.

He now has his PIP renewal form to tackle! Or we both do. Feel like it’s all at once and he does struggle more so when they come up!

I wanted to update and as my brother wasn’t given full 7 days notice it can happen. Try not to worry if it happens to other members. Do make sure you have as much support as you can