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1 week 11 hours ago #310497 by Jacob
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I received an overpayment letter from PIP and appealed the decision. The case went to court, and I have a judge’s order confirming that I only owe part of the money originally claimed as an overpayment—not the full amount.
Despite this, the DWP has continued to deduct more money from my benefits than I owe and is still doing so. I am also receiving warning letters demanding payment for the full amount, even though I have official court documentation proving I do not owe this money.
I have called several times but have been passed from department to department without resolution. I understand that there is a new independent agency that can review cases when someone believes the DWP’s decision is still incorrect. However, I understand that before I can escalate the matter, I must first receive a formal written response from the DWP regarding my complaint.
Does anyone know were I should write to in order to receive a written formal response from the DWP? I have found conflicting information and incorrect contact details online and I am confused.
What is the correct procedure to ensure that my complaint is properly logged in the DWP and that I receive a written reply?
Thanks Jacob
Despite this, the DWP has continued to deduct more money from my benefits than I owe and is still doing so. I am also receiving warning letters demanding payment for the full amount, even though I have official court documentation proving I do not owe this money.
I have called several times but have been passed from department to department without resolution. I understand that there is a new independent agency that can review cases when someone believes the DWP’s decision is still incorrect. However, I understand that before I can escalate the matter, I must first receive a formal written response from the DWP regarding my complaint.
Does anyone know were I should write to in order to receive a written formal response from the DWP? I have found conflicting information and incorrect contact details online and I am confused.
What is the correct procedure to ensure that my complaint is properly logged in the DWP and that I receive a written reply?
Thanks Jacob
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6 days 10 hours ago #310536 by David
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Hi Jacob
You should email your complaint to the DWP District Manager for your area.
If you tell me the town or county where you reside I will be able to inform you.
David
You should email your complaint to the DWP District Manager for your area.
If you tell me the town or county where you reside I will be able to inform you.
David
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4 days 11 hours ago #310577 by Jacob
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Thank you, David. I live in Lancashire, North West England.
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4 days 4 hours ago #310584 by David
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Replied by David on topic How to make a formal complaint against the DWP
Hi Jacob
I would email your complaint to the Lancashire Manager Tim Haworth at this email
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Let me know how you get on.
David
I would email your complaint to the Lancashire Manager Tim Haworth at this email
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Let me know how you get on.
David
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