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Car Tax Exemption
Hi, I have just been awarded high rate mobility. I received a tax disc exemption form which I have sent off. How does this work? Do the DWP send it to DVLA or do I when they send it back to me? Also the car is registered in my name but im no longer driving (hopefully temporary). However i have not yet told DVLA although I…
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Online dla app form -
Hi, I have now got everything ready to sent my dla forms in for my son. but have now ran into a bit of a problem. I registered on the dla website and started completing some of the form as it stated that benefits that was awarded would be back dated to the date the form was first downloaded as long as it was within 3…
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What type of car can you have?
Hi all this is a question for my grandfather, he is currently claiming dla and higher rate mobilitly due to an amputation and now needs a car to get him around, the thing is he needs a 4x4 as he lives in the middle of nowhere and the only route in and out is not suitable for small cars as it is very rural area. Is he able…
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tax credits and rate of dla bother!
We had been getting wftc from inland revenue since 2000, and it was noted that dd got a severe disability benefit, however, when the system changed to tax credits, in 2003- somehow it was noted that she was middle rate...Really she should have been getting the higher rate full stop! And the award notices only note that we…
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About to be diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder
Hi everyone, I'm brand new to this forum although I've been looking round the site for a few months. Having just left my 40th job at 26 (4 jobs a year since I left school) and spent the last week hiding in my bed I have decided that it's finally time to get something done about my condition. I was prescribed a drug called…
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soon oap
if on DLA what happens when pension is due ? do you loose it , also any info if you choose to defer pension , do you loose dla , no-one here to give info as housebound.
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Carers Allowance and CTC
Is the whole amount of CA a taxable benefit for CTC? Does this mean I should receive a P60 from CA dept? Thank you
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disability benefit long qt syndrome
Hi long qt syndrome
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blue badge
hi iv just found out you dont have to recieve dla to get a blue badge,as long as you cant walk far and have trouble getting up kerbs or steps you can claim,you contact your local council for a pack the cost is £2 and you will get your badge this entitles you to free parking on the road or in a carpark,free congestion…
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Disabled bus/train fares in Northern Ireland
Hi Guys Hope you are all well. Was just wondering if anyone would know if there is a disabled rate for bus/train fares in Northern Ireland? I have tried looking online but so far have came up with a big fat nothing! Im not even sure if I would be entitled. I have Rheumaoid Arthritis and have been awarded Middle rate care…
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ESA medical...please help
Hello, I have my ESA medical on Friday, but its in Coventry. I live in Wellesbourne, so it's quite far away! They've sent me a bus schedule, but its still a fair walk from the bus station, and I just don't think it's fair...I've been crying all day because I'm so scared anyway, and the travellings just making it worse. Can…
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Concessions on TV licenses.
Are there any concessions for the disabled when it comes to paying for an anual TV licence ?
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paying dental charges
Hi, probably the wrong site - I can never find anything relevant. Question is for people who, like myself are liable for full dental costs. However, this doesn't mean that it's easy getting all the money needed. Has anyone out there been faced with a large dental bill and if so, did the dentist allow you to pay over a…
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Autistic daughter, what do I do now?
Thanks for reading this and I am hoping someone can point me in the right direction please. My 3yo dd was diagnosed with high-functioning autism last week, wasn't a shock diagnosis but still upsetting when I heard the work from a professionals mouth. I was given a NAS booklet and basically sent on my way. All questions…
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ESA rate
I am about to undergo the "TRIAL by DWP" - I have a medical in a few days to see if I am entitled to continue to claim ESA Can someone please clear up a question ? I am claiming £60.50 per week - according to what I understand - this increases to £89.50 per week - if I "pass" the medical This is after 3 months This is…
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Motability repayments
I picked up our motability car two weeks ago, and dla was paid today. I assumed that since we've only had the car two weeks, I would still be due two weeks mobility componant of the dla, but they've take the whole 4 weeks of the mobility. Is this right?
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Have I messed up my Father in laws DLA claim?
My father in law (aged 59) is a severe alcoholic has been for many many years and his health has really deteriorated over the last couple of years. He lost his partner earlier this year and since then we have been caring for him. He lived with his brother up untill last month and had a serious fall which ended up with a…
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Dla forms - describing a childs extra needs with epilepsy
Hi, Does anyone have any experience of filling out dla forms for a child with epilepsy?? my son has had the condition for 5 years, we have only been told he would be eligible for dla. I got the forms to fill in, what a nightmare they are!!!!. im unsure of answers to put for example when it asks if the child can walk or…
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problem with new bank account for direct payments
good evening all:o i had another visit from the social services lady today to explain more about direct payments.she has said that she thinks 20 hours a week is needed and is going to send a list of agencies to help us decide on whether we want agency or to employ someone. she said to open up a new bank account for the…
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14 months of arguing
HI, My story ... two weeks ago I was finally awarded DLA after 14 months! During this time I have had to jump through hoops (I wish I could) with the DWP, applied - rejected; asked them to review - rejected; appealed - went to tribunal and was told that they had postponed (wanted more information); finally a Dr turned up…
