P.I.P. timescales...

jen0dorf

Hi

so frustrated been on the net. Not dealing with capita my self but it's nice to know that some you are dealing with such a caring considerate company.

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By | Paul Kunert 18th November 2013 10:14 CEO of bloated outsourcing firm Capita quits after 26 years

Sailing back to private equity land with huge boat of cash

Fat cat chief exec Paul Pinder is to quit after 26 years at outsourcing giant Capita to head up small, private equity-backed businesses.
The man who, along with other top brass, pocketed a 20 per cent pay hike last year as IT Services staff had their wages frozen and bonuses shelved, is to be replaced by Capita deputy chief exec and joint COO Andy Parker at the end of February.


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jen0dorf

Hi

further research on the net has revealed that Atos and Capita staff have received death threats etc. Inexcusable but I understand how frustrating it is for claimants like me. Seems that staff are told not to give any time scale - a recipe for frustration and heated tempers. I for one would not like being told "6 month wait" but at least it's a target!!

rant over

Ian

lemontart

serendipity2706 wrote: »

"The time between making the initial claim and getting a decision on PIP entitlement is expected to be about 12 to 15 weeks. However, claims for PIP are currently taking longer than expected. The actual time to get a decision on a claim depends on individual circumstances. In some cases it can take about 21 to 26 weeks." Just seen this from DWP on a document called 'PIP toolkit' printed in March 2014. My claim is over 26 weeks already and I've not had my assessment yet!!!

Getting on for 20 weeks since sent paperwork in, still being told no appts available in my area and they will contact me when there is,

serendipity2706

lemontart wrote: »

Getting on for 20 weeks since sent paperwork in, still being told no appts available in my area and they will contact me when there is,

See where else you can get to- I did this and got an appt in 3 weeks

jen0dorf

Hi

try phoning on a daily basis and asking for a cancellation! I got one the next day! MInd you still waiting for the audit process

Ian

jen0dorf

Brandy Brandy need Brandy!!!!!! Off to hospital with Heart attack ;-)

Called DWP and they have at last received the report and paperwork!!!!!!

On the case managers desk as we speak

result in two -three weeks

there is light at the end of the tunnel - I hope

Ian

lemontart

serendipity2706 wrote: »

See where else you can get to- I did this and got an appt in 3 weeks

Nearest one is Peterborough and due to my limitations would need someone to drive and to keep stopping en route so looking at about 2 hrs each way to get to it - then of course do not know if suitable facilities for wheelchairs etc .

serendipity2706

lemontart wrote: »

Nearest one is Peterborough and due to my limitations would need someone to drive and to keep stopping en route so looking at about 2 hrs each way to get to it - then of course do not know if suitable facilities for wheelchairs etc .

You can get mileage paid and can find out re the facilities by phoning them. Good luck

Indie_Kid

I wonder if the delays with appointments could be reduced if they offered home visits...

serendipity2706

Indie_Kid wrote: »

I wonder if the delays with appointments could be reduced if they offered home visits...

They do but you have to be at death's door I think.