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Update on refused blue badge
here is an update on my blue badge refusal. i appealed the decision and was still refused the appeal officer took no account of my medical evidence and went with the assessors report. Even though the assessor report contained false information which proves he didn't read my doctors diagnosis. I complained to the council…
Christmas bonus carers allowance
My wife has not received her Christmas bonus yet I got my DLA bonus over a week ago I know that it's only £10 but it's the principal !!
Attendance Allowance / hearing, deafness
My hearing has become increasingly worse over the last two years I am 72 and relying on my husband for help day to day I do have aids but still miss a lot of things that he has to help with I was told i could claim under the AA H ave you any advise as to the procedure for claiming ( tips)The form suggests talking to CAB ,…
Selling my Dad's disabled accessible car
Hi, I'm selling my late father's car, which was adapted for hands-only driving(a knob on the steering wheel and an accelerator/brake lever). Any suggestions on where I might look to sell it with the adaptations in place? While the adaptations can be taken off in about an hour, my thinking is that it would be useful for…
Have you ever been offered a social services support package
Do you think you would need a lot of support needs to be offered a social services support package or supported accommodation? Have you been offered support from social services or are you left without no support but actually need it? Do you think the criteria is hard to meet Do you get direct payments. Do you think having…
PIP assessment report
Finally almost 6 weeks after my daughters assessment the report was returned to DWP and today i recieved a copy. Can't even remember being that nervous as i was reading through it. Added up all the points scored and Enhanced for both. A very honest report from start to finish. Every single thing i told him during that…
Help! Wasting my energy!!! do i switch to get better winter deal or stick for WHD
Hi I’m new here hoping to find a friendly face to help me make sense of switching to save pennies I heard you guys are good eggs can anybody help? ( please can you can move if better somewhere else ta) I’m a full time carer for my wife who is disabled, she’s in the broader group for warm home discount, Looking to find the…
sick pay finished
my Sick pay from work runs out this month and I am in the process of claiming ESA, I emailed work telling them that I am unable to return to my job, this was no surprise to them as we have kept in touch throughout I also asked about holiday pay owed etc. the reply I have got was. Please, can you confirm if you wish to tend…
DLA - Advice needed on marriage!
Hi. Hope someone here can help as I am finding CAB pretty useless... I have Bi-Polar disorder, and currently get DLA and Income Support. I am in a relationship and my partner and I are thinking of moving in together and eventually getting married. We are really worried about how this would effect my benefits. He is in a…
pip back pay
hi im new to the forum just after some help iv been in receipt of hi rate dla mobility and no care ive re applied for pip and been awarded the enhanced rate for both care and mobility will i get the care back dated to when i calmed pip
Is a landlord legallyrequired to put a ramp in a flat block entrance, not yet tenant
I privately rent and use an electric wheelchair im looking at a 6flat online which seems ideal but there are 2 small step to the front door i asked the estate agent if the landlord could put a ramp there and they said its a company that owns/lts the block and they wouldnt want to do that and it wouldnt be fair on the other…
Esa50 renewel ... worried and stressed
So 2 days ago the esa50 dropped through the door and I have been an utter mess even seeing it . I first applied for esa back in 2014/2015 (unsure) and after a f2f was placed in the wrag group and attended a few meetings . After receiving a pip award my esa went up . I haven't been called for meeting for well over a year so…
PIP zero points (Assessment report)
Hello everyone, today I received a letter from the PIP saying that I scored zero points on everything and that I will no longer be getting DLA. It was also followed by his/her reasons for not awarding me PIP. Their report on me was a pack of vile lies. Before I write down lines from their report as well as my rebuttals, I…
PIP Mental health cuts
Dear fellow moneysavers, Have a look at the 38 degrees petitions website: Treat people with mental health issues fairly under PIP. Please sign the petition. The government’s changing the rules so that people with mental health problems can’t get an essential financial support called Personal Independence Payment (PIP).…
Esa - here I go again
A few weeks ago now the envelope came in - ESA50 form. I filled in the form on the computer and sent it off. Now today I get the letter, I've been called for a face-to-face assessment next week. It's in a place I know, but have not been there due to my mental health problems for over 10 years. I avoid places with lots of…
Incredible ATW charge
I have just been offered 6 - 2 hour sessions of, presumbly one to one, Memory Strategy Training - 100% paid for by ATW..... The company, selected to carry out the training is charging DWP almost £1200 for these 6 sessions !! Thats almost £100 per hour I feel that this amount is slightly excessive - but what options do I…
Blue Badge for Child Asthma
What are the chances of getting a blue badge for a child who has severe asthma using the brown asthma spray. He only needs to walk a few yards and starts feeling out of breath and breathless.
FI ESA MANDATORY 06/16 letter
Hello all, I am in the ESA WRAG and I am in the esa assessment phase, have my face to face on Tuesday. However today I received a letter named FI ESA MANDATORY 06/16 saying - "Helping you prepare for work in the future. You must come and meet your work coach." Does this mean I have been found fit for work? I am really at…
Disabled daughter now an adult ... legal and financials
I am interested to hear from other people in the same position as myself and my wife. Basic family position....married couple, 3 children born in mid 1990s. Singleton then twins. Twins born 12 weeks early and diagnosed with CP. Medical issues of a serious nature for first 6 years of twins life, all now resolved. Eldest…
Inspire DLA holidays
We’ve booked holidays through inspire before but does anyone know the hotel booking service they use? It’s one of the big ones e.g trivago, booking.com or similar but I can’t remember!

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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